How to Make Channel Art for YouTube in Android | YouTube Banner Design with PixelLab Editing
🔹 Why YouTube Channel Art Matters
Your YouTube banner is the first thing visitors notice when they land on your channel. It reflects your content style and branding. A well-designed banner can:
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Attract more subscribers
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Build your channel identity
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Communicate your niche or message
🔹 YouTube Banner Size Guide
Before jumping into design, remember that YouTube recommends 2560 x 1440 pixels as the optimal size for channel art, with the safe area being 1546 x 423 pixels (this area is visible on all devices).
🔹 Step-by-Step: How to Make YouTube Channel Art on Android using PixelLab
✅ Step 1: Install PixelLab
Download PixelLab from the Google Play Store. It's free, lightweight, and extremely versatile for banner creation.
✅ Step 2: Set Canvas Size
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Open PixelLab
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Tap on the three dots (top-right) → “Image Size”
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Set width to 2560 px and height to 1440 px
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Tap “OK” to apply
✅ Step 3: Add a Background
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Tap the "+" icon and choose “From Gallery” to use your own background
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Or, use a solid color or gradient background to keep it clean and professional
✅ Step 4: Add Safe Area Guide
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To make sure your text/logo is always visible on all devices:
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Draw a rectangle of size 1546 x 423 pixels
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Center it in the middle using alignment tools
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Use this as a guide (delete it before saving)
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✅ Step 5: Add Your Channel Name and Tagline
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Tap “A” icon to add text
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Customize font, size, color, shadow, and stroke for better visibility
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Position the text inside the safe area
✅ Step 6: Add Icons or Logos
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Use transparent PNGs for social media icons or logos
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Place them smartly but avoid clutter
✅ Step 7: Final Touches
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Apply filters or overlays for a cinematic look
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Use 3D text or shadow effects if it fits your style
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Double-check everything is inside the safe area
✅ Step 8: Export Your Design
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Tap on “Save as Image”
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Choose PNG for better quality
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Export to your gallery
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