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Create product images & thumbnails fast

Make clean thumbnails and product visuals fast for ecommerce and marketing.

Best Tools for This Route

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The 3 tools that work best together to complete this workflow.

ChatGPTMidjourneyCanva

Workflow Steps

1

Define the shot list (10 thumbnail ideas)

ChatGPT

A clear shot list prevents random images and makes your entire set look consistent and premium.

PROMPT

You are my e-commerce creative director. Product: [product] Audience: [audience] Brand vibe: [vibe] Price point: [budget/mid/premium] Main benefit: [benefit] Output: 1) 10 thumbnail concepts (each = 1 clear visual idea) 2) 3 must-have angles (to build trust) 3) Background/style direction (lighting + color mood) Rules: - Avoid clutter - Each concept must be readable on mobile - Each concept includes suggested 3–5 word text

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2

Generate product/thumbnail images (consistent style)

Midjourney

Generate images in one consistent style so your store page looks trustworthy and high quality.

PROMPT

Create a product thumbnail image. Product: [product] Scene: [concept from Step 1] Lighting: clean studio lighting, high contrast, sharp details Background: minimal, brand color accent ([brand color]) Composition: centered product, leave clean space for text Style consistency: same camera angle + same lighting across the set Negative: no messy props, no clutter, no watermark, no distorted product Aspect ratio: 16:9

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3

Add text, resize, and export bundles

Canva

Canva is the fastest way to ship platform-ready variants without rebuilding the design every time.

ACTION GUIDE

ACTION GUIDE (Canva) 1) Place the image - Keep 1 focal point - Leave clear text space (top or bottom) 2) Add text - 3–5 words max - High contrast - Large font (mobile readable) 3) Export pack (all at once) - YouTube thumbnail: 1280×720 - Instagram post: 1080×1080 - Reels cover: 1080×1920 (keep text inside safe area) Final check - Zoom out to 25%: still readable? - If not: cut words, increase contrast, simplify.

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Pro Tips

  • ✓Decide the concept first: random images kill consistency and trust
  • ✓Keep one visual idea per thumbnail (no clutter)
  • ✓Use big, readable text (3–5 words) that works on mobile
  • ✓High contrast beats fancy design — test at small sizes
  • ✓Reuse one strong style across all variants for a premium look
  • ✓Export all required sizes at once to avoid rework later

Related Guides

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Create product images & thumbnails fast (clean, consistent, and clickable)

A simple workflow to produce product images that look professional: pick a style, remove backgrounds, keep text readable, and export for each platform.