{"id":200,"date":"2020-08-29T12:09:55","date_gmt":"2020-08-29T12:09:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/blog\/?p=200"},"modified":"2022-03-25T17:00:41","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T12:00:41","slug":"twitch-banner-size","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/blog\/twitch-banner-size\/","title":{"rendered":"What\u2019s the Ideal Twitch Banner Size? [With Best Practices]"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>With a user base of 7.16 million, Twitch remains at the forefront of online streaming. And like any other social media platform, it has its own rules when it comes to creating native visual assets. One of them is sticking with the recommended Twitch banner size.<\/p>\n<p>A Twitch banner (or profile banner) is the equivalent of a standard cover image.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s one of the first things that your existing and potential followers see when they visit your Twitch profile. And if they see a cropped out\/pixelated banner, that won\u2019t look good for you.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-225 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/veen\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/27172825\/User-Disgusted-GIF.gif\" alt=\"User-Disgusted-GIF\" width=\"482\" height=\"272\" \/><\/p>\n<p>To make sure that doesn\u2019t happen, keep reading. In this guide, I\u2019m going to discuss:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The recommended Twitch banner size (along with other Twitch sizes)<\/li>\n<li>The reason why Twitch banners matter<\/li>\n<li>How to craft Twitch profile banners (without Photoshop or Illustrator)<\/li>\n<li>Best practices for designing stunning banners<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Let\u2019s jump right in.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background-color: #fefed9; padding: 30px; border-radius: 6px; font-weight: 500; line-height: 30px; border: 1px solid #efeccb;\"><strong>Bonus:<\/strong> Create click-worthy Twitch banners online in less than a few minutes with our <u><a href=\"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/create\/twitch-banners\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">free Twitch banner maker!<\/a><\/u><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_60 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-65a2625c49a4b\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #0a0a0a;color:#0a0a0a\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #0a0a0a;color:#0a0a0a\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-65a2625c49a4b\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/blog\/twitch-banner-size\/#Whats_the_Perfect_Twitch_Banner_Size\" title=\"What\u2019s the Perfect Twitch Banner Size?\">What\u2019s the Perfect Twitch Banner Size?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/blog\/twitch-banner-size\/#A_Quick_Size_Guide_for_Other_Twitch_Graphics_Elements\" title=\"A Quick Size Guide for Other Twitch Graphics Elements\">A Quick Size Guide for Other Twitch Graphics Elements<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/blog\/twitch-banner-size\/#Whats_the_Big_Deal_with_Twitch_Profile_Banners\" title=\"What\u2019s the Big Deal with Twitch Profile Banners?\">What\u2019s the Big Deal with Twitch Profile Banners?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/blog\/twitch-banner-size\/#How_to_Create_a_Twitch_Banner_Using_Templates_A_3-Step_Guide\" title=\"How to Create a Twitch Banner Using Templates? [A 3-Step Guide]\">How to Create a Twitch Banner Using Templates? [A 3-Step Guide]<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/blog\/twitch-banner-size\/#Step_1_Open_Pixelieds_Fast_Editor\" title=\"Step 1: Open Pixelied&#8217;s Fast Editor\">Step 1: Open Pixelied&#8217;s Fast Editor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/blog\/twitch-banner-size\/#Step_2_Select_a_Twitch_Banner_Template_That_You_Like\" title=\"Step 2: Select a Twitch Banner Template That You Like\">Step 2: Select a Twitch Banner Template That You Like<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/blog\/twitch-banner-size\/#Step_3_Customize_and_Download\" title=\"Step 3: Customize and Download\">Step 3: Customize and Download<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/blog\/twitch-banner-size\/#Best_Practices_for_Creating_Groovy_Twitch_Banners\" title=\"Best Practices for Creating Groovy Twitch Banners\">Best Practices for Creating Groovy Twitch Banners<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/blog\/twitch-banner-size\/#1_Brand_Your_Banner\" title=\"1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Brand Your Banner\">1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Brand Your Banner<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/blog\/twitch-banner-size\/#2_Keep_Things_Consistent_Throughout_Your_Channel\" title=\"2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Keep Things Consistent Throughout Your Channel\">2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Keep Things Consistent Throughout Your Channel<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/blog\/twitch-banner-size\/#3_Dont_Clutter_Your_Banner\" title=\"3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Don\u2019t Clutter Your Banner\">3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Don\u2019t Clutter Your Banner<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/blog\/twitch-banner-size\/#4_Keep_it_Relevant\" title=\"4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Keep it Relevant\">4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Keep it Relevant<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/blog\/twitch-banner-size\/#Final_Thoughts\" title=\"Final Thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_the_Perfect_Twitch_Banner_Size\"><\/span>What\u2019s the Perfect Twitch Banner Size?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-439\" src=\"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/veen\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/28000919\/TwitchBannerSize-1024x256.jpg\" alt=\"Twitch Banner Size\" width=\"668\" height=\"167\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/28000919\/TwitchBannerSize-1024x256.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/28000919\/TwitchBannerSize-300x75.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/28000919\/TwitchBannerSize-768x192.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/28000919\/TwitchBannerSize-1536x384.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/28000919\/TwitchBannerSize-2048x512.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/28000919\/TwitchBannerSize-100x25.jpg 100w, https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/28000919\/TwitchBannerSize-700x175.jpg 700w, https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/28000919\/TwitchBannerSize-1600x400.jpg 1600w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 668px) 100vw, 668px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The recommended size for Twitch profile banners is <strong>1920 x 480 pixels<\/strong>, which is an aspect ratio of <strong>4:1<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>The official recommendation is 900 x 380 pixels, but that\u2019s not the best option \u2013 just hear me out. On larger (HD) screens, those dimensions don\u2019t work so well. For that reason, it\u2019s best to stick with the bigger (1920 pixels) width.<\/p>\n<p>However, the Twitch profile banner size isn\u2019t the only thing you need to worry about. Additionally, you need to make sure that you use the right file types (only JPG or PNG formats). Furthermore, the maximum file size for profile covers is 10MB.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Quick_Size_Guide_for_Other_Twitch_Graphics_Elements\"><\/span>A Quick Size Guide for Other Twitch Graphics Elements<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To reiterate, the dimensions that we discussed were for Twitch profile banners.<\/p>\n<p>There are a good few other elements that go on a Twitch page as well, with each having its own dimensions.<\/p>\n<p>To avoid mixing things up, here\u2019s a list of all the recommended Twitch sizes (apart from the standard Twitch banner size):<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Twitch Avatar <\/strong>\u2013 this is the equivalent of a standard profile photo. The recommended dimensions are <strong>1600 x 1600 pixels <\/strong>(aspect ratio of 1:1).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Offline Banner <\/strong>\u2013 this is an offline screen that your followers see when you\u2019re not live. For best quality, the <a href=\"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/blog\/twitch-offline-banner-size\">Twitch offline banner size<\/a> should be <strong>1920 x 1080 pixels<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Twitch Panel <\/strong>\u2013 these appear below your live streams, and you can use them to share information about what you\u2019re doing. The recommended <a href=\"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/blog\/twitch-panel-size\/\">Twitch panel size<\/a> is <strong>320 x 160 pixels<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Twitch Video Thumbnail <\/strong>\u2013 the recommended video thumbnail size for Twitch is <strong>1280 x 720 pixels<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Video Player Banner <\/strong>\u2013 these should be kept at <strong>1920 x 1080 pixels <\/strong>to avoid the elements being cut out.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_the_Big_Deal_with_Twitch_Profile_Banners\"><\/span>What\u2019s the Big Deal with Twitch Profile Banners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Becoming famous on Twitch \u2013 like every other social network \u2013 is a popularity contest.<\/p>\n<p>Some people would argue that the way you present yourself matters more than the actual content you push out. Even if that\u2019s not true, you have to admit: The banner is the most important element on your Twitch channel page.<\/p>\n<p>As implied earlier, it\u2019s your chance to set a great first impression. If you fail to do that, there\u2019s a very good chance that first-time visitors might leave without checking out your content.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-226 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/veen\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/27172824\/Disappear-Meme-GIF.gif\" alt=\"Disappear-Meme-GIF\" width=\"220\" height=\"220\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Besides, with your profile banner, you can:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Brand yourself<\/li>\n<li>Click with the ideal audience right off the bat<\/li>\n<li>Give the visitors an idea of what your content is mostly about<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Considering that, make sure you stick with the right Twitch banner size and follow all best practices (more on that shortly).<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Create_a_Twitch_Banner_Using_Templates_A_3-Step_Guide\"><\/span>How to Create a Twitch Banner Using Templates? [A 3-Step Guide]<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Creating a custom Twitch banner from scratch isn\u2019t exactly easy.<\/p>\n<p>Apart from getting the dimensions right, you need to embellish it with eye-catching elements and icons. And don\u2019t even get me started on the color schemes.<\/p>\n<p>However, with the help of Pixelied \u2013 a powerful and user-friendly online graphic design tool (and one of the best Canva and <a href=\"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/blog\/snappa-alternatives\/\">Snappa alternatives<\/a>) \u2013 you can create professional-looking Twitch banners in a matter of a few minutes.<\/p>\n<p>How? With the help of awesome pre-made banner templates.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-147 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/veen\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/27211610\/Twitch-Collage.jpg\" alt=\"Collage-of-Pixelied-Twitch-Templates\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/27211610\/Twitch-Collage.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/27211610\/Twitch-Collage-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/27211610\/Twitch-Collage-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/27211610\/Twitch-Collage-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/27211610\/Twitch-Collage-100x67.jpg 100w, https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/27211610\/Twitch-Collage-675x450.jpg 675w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s a step-by-step breakdown:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Open_Pixelieds_Fast_Editor\"><\/span>Step 1: Open Pixelied&#8217;s Fast Editor<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To start stunning Twitch profile banners, simply go to our <a href=\"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/editor?width=1920&amp;height=480&amp;format_category=twitch-profile-banner\">free Pixelied editor<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>You can view all the <a href=\"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/templates\/twitch-banner\">Twitch banner templates<\/a> on the left sidebar along with its recommended dimensions and settings.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3267 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/veen\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/22154336\/Twitch-banner-editor-1280x582.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"771\" height=\"351\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/22154336\/Twitch-banner-editor-1280x582.png 1280w, https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/22154336\/Twitch-banner-editor-480x218.png 480w, https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/22154336\/Twitch-banner-editor-768x349.png 768w, https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/22154336\/Twitch-banner-editor-100x45.png 100w, https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/22154336\/Twitch-banner-editor-700x318.png 700w, https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/22154336\/Twitch-banner-editor.png 1366w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 771px) 100vw, 771px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Select_a_Twitch_Banner_Template_That_You_Like\"><\/span>Step 2: Select a Twitch Banner Template That You Like<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You can easily navigate using our search feature by searching for a specific template based on a category, tag or keyword.<\/p>\n<p>Once you make up your mind, simply click on the template you like to start customizing it.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Customize_and_Download\"><\/span>Step 3: Customize and Download<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This is where the actual work begins.<\/p>\n<p>After clicking on a template, it&#8217;ll load onto the editor \u2013 packed with some of the best tools offered by any free online graphic designing platform.<\/p>\n<p>This is what it should look like (apart from maybe the template \u2013 that\u2019s only there for the sake of the tutorial):<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3296 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/veen\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/25170146\/pixelied-editor-twitch-banner-1280x626.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"883\" height=\"432\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/25170146\/pixelied-editor-twitch-banner-1280x626.png 1280w, https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/25170146\/pixelied-editor-twitch-banner-480x235.png 480w, https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/25170146\/pixelied-editor-twitch-banner-768x376.png 768w, https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/25170146\/pixelied-editor-twitch-banner-1536x751.png 1536w, https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/25170146\/pixelied-editor-twitch-banner-100x49.png 100w, https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/25170146\/pixelied-editor-twitch-banner-700x342.png 700w, https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/25170146\/pixelied-editor-twitch-banner-1600x783.png 1600w, https:\/\/wpimg.pixelied.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/25170146\/pixelied-editor-twitch-banner.png 1920w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 883px) 100vw, 883px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The first thing you\u2019ll notice is how, unlike most online designing tools, Pixelied has a clean and highly intuitive UI.<\/p>\n<p>Even if you\u2019ve never designed a single thing in your life, this tool will make you seem like a professional graphic designer.<\/p>\n<p>Here are the main tools that it offers:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Huge Library of Templates <\/strong>\u2013 Pixelied offers one of the largest libraries of free templates for social media, email, and blogs. And the best part \u2013 you can change the templates right there on the editor in case you change your mind.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Native Access to Stock Images <\/strong>\u2013 you can download and use millions of free stock images (from Unsplash) as you edit. This is perfect if you\u2019re on a short deadline, as you won\u2019t need to switch between tabs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Access to Over 900 Fonts <\/strong>\u2013 Pixelied also provides native access to Google fonts to help you nail your typography.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Awesome Elements and Icons <\/strong>\u2013 visuals, especially Twitch banners, are incomplete without some icons and design elements. You can add, adjust, and\/or remove elements thanks to the simple drag-and-drop feature.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Option to Upload Files <\/strong>\u2013 want to use your logos and other custom files? No problem. You can easily upload your own files and incorporate them into your designs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Folders <\/strong>\u2013 your designs are automatically saved and stored on the cloud. You can organize them into folders.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In addition to the above, you can manipulate text, add borders, move layers, and do a whole lot of other things.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Practices_for_Creating_Groovy_Twitch_Banners\"><\/span>Best Practices for Creating Groovy Twitch Banners<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Now that you know about the ideal Twitch banner size and how you can make one from scratch, it\u2019s time to look at how you can make yours stand out by following certain best practices.<\/p>\n<p>Now don\u2019t get me wrong \u2013 these are, in no way, hard and fast rules.<\/p>\n<p>But they can help leave a lasting impression (and increase your odds of gaining new followers).<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Brand_Your_Banner\"><\/span>1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Brand Your Banner<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Twitch community cares a lot about personal branding.<\/p>\n<p>You have to realize that this isn\u2019t Facebook where you can put up a vague blurry photo of fireworks you once captured on your phone.<\/p>\n<p>Your Twitch profile banner needs to be professional, and it needs to help make you more <em>memorable<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>For that reason, create and use your own logo (if you have one).<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re a professional gamer, use the logo of your eSports team as well.<\/p>\n<p>Include anything special that might make you more <em>recognizable<\/em>, and not just another Twitch streamer.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Keep_Things_Consistent_Throughout_Your_Channel\"><\/span>2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Keep Things Consistent Throughout Your Channel<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This is somewhat related to the previous tip.<\/p>\n<p>A professional-looking Twitch channel, just like a YouTube channel, should be consistent from the top to the bottom.<\/p>\n<p>What this essentially means is that you have to use the same typography, art style, and color scheme throughout your channel.<\/p>\n<p>This includes your profile banner, offline banner, video player banner, webcam\/Twitch overlay, info panel, and thumbnails.<\/p>\n<p>If you already haven\u2019t, I suggest creating formal brand guidelines for yourself and sticking with them.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Dont_Clutter_Your_Banner\"><\/span>3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Don\u2019t Clutter Your Banner<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When designing a Twitch banner, it\u2019s easy to get carried away and just slapping on up to 10 different elements that leave little or no whitespace.<\/p>\n<p>While there\u2019s no rule specifying that you can\u2019t do that, it\u2019s best that you don\u2019t.<\/p>\n<p>This is especially true for the text. Only include information that you feel is vital.<\/p>\n<p>Avoid including long slogans or catchy one-liners. That\u2019s what your bio\u2019s for.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Keep_it_Relevant\"><\/span>4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Keep it Relevant<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Last but not least, it\u2019s important that your banner immediately clicks with the target audience you\u2019re hoping to capture.<\/p>\n<p>But what does this entail exactly?<\/p>\n<p>By using subtle design elements and copy, you should be able to tell your visitor the main type of content you create.<\/p>\n<p>For instance, the Twitch profile banner template we used in the example shows Tracer from Overwatch, which might indicate that the channel specializes in streaming Overwatch content.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span>Final Thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>With the correct Twitch banner size and a free powerful tool at your disposal, go crazy.<\/p>\n<p>Remember \u2013 while templates are very useful, customization will help you win the race.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to getting the profile banner right, you should also focus on creating an eye-catching and interesting username for your Twitch profile. 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