Design Term
What is Resolution?
The number of pixels in an image, measured as width x height.
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Quick definition
The number of pixels in an image, measured as width x height.
Definition
Resolution refers to the total number of pixels that make up an image, typically expressed as width × height. For YouTube thumbnails, the recommended resolution is 1280×720 pixels (720p). Higher resolutions like 1920×1080 can be used but will be scaled down. Lower resolutions may appear blurry, especially on larger screens.
Examples
- 11280×720 pixels (minimum recommended)
- 21920×1080 pixels (full HD)
- 3640×360 pixels (too low, will look blurry)
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