Learn how to create stunning AI-generated thumbnails with effective prompts
Learn how to write effective prompts for your AI thumbnail generations. This guide covers the key techniques for getting the best results.
Start by selecting the person you want to use. This person will be used as the face in your thumbnail instead of a random one.
For example, if you have a person named "Melvyn", select them from the person dropdown.
Add inspiration thumbnails as style references. These help the AI understand the visual style you want to achieve.
For example, you can use a thumbnail showing someone offering an iPhone as your style reference.
Upload any additional images you want to include in your thumbnail, such as:
You can reference uploaded images in your prompt using their names. For example:
"Replace the iPhone with the Cursor logo (Image 1)"
The key is to use parentheses with the image name to reference specific images.
You don't need to describe the entire scene. Instead, focus on what you want to change from the reference:
Good prompt example:
"Replace the iPhone with the Cursor logo (Image 1), with a plain white background"
Add specific details about:
When using multiple reference images, label them clearly in your prompt:
Example with two images:
"Mistral app (Image 2) replacing the current Gemini icon. The logo of Claude (Image 1) contains a natural background."
This tells the AI exactly which image should replace what element.
Each generation costs credits, so start with just one variation to validate your prompt.
If the result is good, you can then generate 3-4 variations at once.
After your first generation:
If something isn't right: