{"id":2650,"date":"2021-01-13T16:28:07","date_gmt":"2021-01-13T16:28:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.animaker.com\/hub\/?p=2650"},"modified":"2024-02-16T15:11:33","modified_gmt":"2024-02-16T15:11:33","slug":"facebook-cover-video-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.animaker.com\/hub\/facebook-cover-video-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Facebook Cover Video: Size, Specs, How to Create and Add One in 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"

Your Facebook cover video is the most important piece of real estate on your Facebook business page.<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s not only the first thing that grabs the attention of your visitors, it sets the tone for your entire page and largely determines what the visitors associate with your brand.<\/span><\/p>\n

That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to keep it optimized. A video is sometimes much more engaging than a static image.<\/span><\/p>\n

When done right, a cover video on your Facebook page can be an effective promotional tool in your marketing arsenal.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve been using a Facebook cover photo and are looking to create and set an engaging cover video, this guide is for you. Ready? Let\u2019s jump right in!<\/span><\/p>\n

Note that the cover video functionality is available only for your Facebook business page, not for your personal profile.<\/span><\/p>\n

Facebook Cover Video Specs<\/h2>\n

Below are the latest Facebook cover video specs to make your cover video look its best in 2023.<\/span><\/p>\n

Size<\/h3>\n

Facebook hasn\u2019t specified an ideal size for the cover video. However, the maximum file size limit is 1.75 GB for any video you upload to Facebook. We\u2019d recommend you to pick a size that isn\u2019t too large to make sure that people with a slow internet connection can watch your video.<\/span><\/p>\n

Dimensions<\/h3>\n

A Facebook cover video should be at least 820 x 312 pixels (820 pixels wide and 312\u00a0<\/span>pixels tall). The recommended dimensions for best results are 820 x 462 pixels. On a mobile device or app, your cover video will be cropped to 640 x 360 px.<\/span><\/p>\n

Length<\/h3>\n

The length of your Facebook cover video should be between 20 and 90 seconds.<\/span><\/p>\n

Format (file type) and Resolution<\/h3>\n

Facebook <\/span>recommends<\/span><\/a> you to upload your cover video in MP4 or MOV format. And the maximum resolution of your cover video should be 1080p.<\/span><\/p>\n

How to Make a\u00a0 Facebook Cover Video using Animaker<\/h2>\n

Whether you\u2019re looking to create a cover video with live footage or an animated banner video from scratch, Animaker\u2019s <\/span>Facebook cover video maker<\/span><\/a> lets you easily create one by yourself.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

You don\u2019t need any video making experience to create videos using Animaker. Follow the steps below to create an engaging cover video using Animaker:<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Sign Up<\/a> for a Free Animaker Account or Log In<\/a> If You Already Have an Account<\/h3>\n

\"facebook<\/p>\n

2. Start From Scratch or Use a Readymade Template<\/h3>\n

If you want to start from scratch, click on the \u201cCustom Size\u201d button, then enter the ideal width and height (800*462) of a Facebook cover video, and hit \u201cCreate Video\u201d.
\n\"click<\/p>\n

\"enter
\nYou can also pick the <\/span>Horizontal<\/span><\/i> (16:9) aspect ratio from the <\/span>Create a video<\/span><\/i> section as it\u2019ll fit the ideal dimensions of a Facebook cover video.
\n\"pick
\n<\/span>If you\u2019ve never created a video before, we\u2019d encourage you to use a template as a starting place to create your Facebook cover video. <\/span><\/p>\n

Where to find the Facebook cover video templates? Simply search for \u201cFacebook cover\u201d using the search bar on your dashboard.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"search<\/p>\n

Now hover on top of one of the templates to reveal the <\/span>Preview<\/span><\/i> or <\/span>Use<\/span><\/i> buttons. Click the <\/span>Preview<\/span><\/i> button to preview the video template or the <\/span>Use<\/span><\/i> button to start editing the template.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"click<\/p>\n

3. Add media<\/h3>\n

Now you can start adding media to your cover video. You can either use your own pre-recorded footage and pictures or use premium-quality stock videos and photos from Animaker\u2019s built-in library.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

To upload a video or image, head to the <\/span>Upload<\/span><\/i> tab in the main navigation bar, click on the <\/span>Upload<\/span><\/i> button at the bottom of the tab window, then select the videos and images you want to upload by using your file browser.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"go<\/p>\n

To find and use stock videos or images, click on the <\/span>Images<\/span><\/i> or <\/span>Videos<\/span><\/i> tab.
\n<\/span><\/p>\n

\"go<\/p>\n

You can also add shapes, stickers, GIFs, and more from Animaker\u2019s library.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"add<\/p>\n

4. Combine Multiple Clips<\/h3>\n

To combine multiple video clips<\/a> together, perhaps to create a collage or slideshow, you can add a scene for each clip. To add a scene, click on the plus button at the bottom of a scene.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"add<\/p>\n

To ensure that the video flows smoothly, you can add transitions in between these scenes. Animaker provides you with 60+ beautiful, readymade transitions. To add a transition between any two scenes, click on the small square button between those scenes in the scenes section.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"add<\/p>\n

5. Fine-Tune Your Footage<\/h3>\n

You can now fine-tune the footage that you\u2019ve added. You can:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Use our video trimming tool<\/a> to select the part you want to use in your video. Click on the <\/span>Trim<\/span><\/i> icon to start trimming your video.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"click<\/p>\n

Use the video cropping tool<\/a> to crop and reposition the video. Click on the <\/span>Resize<\/span><\/i> icon to start resizing the video.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"click<\/p>\n

Add filters to the video<\/a> to enhance its appearance. Click on the Filters<\/i> icon to start adding filters.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"click<\/p>\n

Adjust the video\u2019s brightness<\/a>, contrast, etc. Click on the <\/span>Filters<\/span><\/i> icon and then click on the <\/span>Adjust<\/span><\/i> button at the bottom of the Filters side panel to start adjusting your video.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"click<\/p>\n

6. Add Text<\/h3>\n

To add text to your video<\/a>, head to the <\/span>Text<\/span><\/i> tab and click on one of the text sizes at the top or the premade text animations below.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"go<\/p>\n

You can animate text yourself using 60+ readymade animation effects that Animaker provides you with. <\/span><\/p>\n

Simply add text, then click on the text box, this will bring up the font <\/span>Settings<\/span><\/i> side panel, now click on the <\/span>Enter Effect<\/span><\/i> button and <\/span>Exit Effect<\/span><\/i> button to add animation effects that would make the text enter and exit a scene in style.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"add<\/p>\n

7. Increase the Duration<\/h3>\n

If your video is shorter than 20 seconds, you can repeat it until it\u2019s at least 20 seconds long. Let\u2019s say you have a video that\u2019s only 10 seconds long, you can duplicate the scene that has the video in it to repeat that scene in your video and increase its length. <\/span><\/p>\n

To duplicate a scene, go to that scene in the <\/span>Scenes<\/span><\/i> side panel, and click on the <\/span>Duplicate scene<\/span><\/i> icon at the bottom center.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"duplicate<\/p>\n

8. Add Music<\/h3>\n

With Animaker, you can: upload your own audio files, record a voiceover<\/a> using a microphone, and convert text into human-like natural sounding voices. <\/span><\/p>\n

Also, Animaker\u2019s music library offers thousands of high-quality background music tracks and sound effects. To add background music to your video, navigate to the <\/span>Music<\/span><\/i> tab in the main navigation bar.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"add<\/p>\n

To record a voiceover or convert text to speech, click on the <\/span>Video Timeline<\/span><\/i> icon, then click on the <\/span>Voiceover<\/span><\/i> icon in the bottom left corner of the app screen, now pick an option from the dropdown menu.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"video<\/p>\n

9. Preview and Download<\/h3>\n

You can now preview the video using the <\/span>Preview<\/span><\/i> button in the top right corner beside the publish button. Animaker exports your videos in MP4 format, the format recommended by Facebook for a business page\u2019s cover video.<\/span><\/p>\n

To download the video, hit the <\/span>Publish<\/span><\/i> button in the top right corner, select <\/span>Download Video<\/span><\/i> from the resulting dropdown, then pick the video\u2019s resolution and hit <\/span>Download<\/span><\/i>.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"download<\/p>\n

You can also create an animation from scratch using Animaker. Create animated scenes in a snap by dragging and dropping background illustrations, characters, and text, and animate them with the touch of a button. <\/span><\/p>\n

Navigate to the <\/span>Backgrounds<\/span><\/i> or <\/span>Characters<\/span><\/i> tab in the main navigation bar to find and use background illustrations and characters.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"go<\/p>\n

How to Upload a Facebook Cover Video<\/h2>\n

Follow the steps below to add a cover video to your Facebook page:<\/span><\/p>\n

    \n
  1. On your Facebook page, click on the \u201cAdd a Cover\u201d or \u201cChange Cover\u201d button in the top right corner of your cover image.
    \n\"change<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Then select \u201cUpload Photo\/Video\u201d from the resulting drop-down menu.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Once it\u2019s been uploaded, click and drag the video to reposition it, then click \u201cNext\u201d.<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Now pick a thumbnail for your video. Click on one of the thumbnails that Facebook has auto-generated for you to set it as your thumbnail image.<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Finally, click \u201cPublish\u201d to publish your cover video.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    8 Facebook Cover Video Tips and Tricks<\/h2>\n

    1. Focus on Your Ideal Audience<\/h3>\n

    Your cover video should be about your ideal audience.<\/span><\/p>\n

    What do they care about the most? What are their pain points?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    What\u2019s the benefit they\u2019d derive from your product?<\/span><\/p>\n

    What could you say or show to your ideal audience that would make them understand your brand better?<\/span><\/p>\n

    Say stuff that appeals to your ideal customer segment.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Life is not about pleasing everyone; talk to the ones that \u201cget\u201d your brand (personal or professional) or find it the most useful.<\/span><\/p>\n

    These are the people that are likely to become your customers or advocates of your brand.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Moreover, by keeping the message and video targeted toward a particular audience, you\u2019d repel the ones that aren\u2019t ideal for your brand<\/span><\/p>\n

    2. Keep it Short, Clear, and Simple<\/h3>\n

    The Facebook cover video can be 90 seconds long.<\/span><\/p>\n

    But this doesn\u2019t mean you should keep it that long.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Avoid cramming in too much information.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Try to get the key points across with as few words as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Or deliver your message with as few scenes as you possibly can.<\/span><\/p>\n

    By keeping it short, you make your video much easier to understand for your audience.<\/span><\/p>\n

    3. Keep it Updated<\/h3>\n

    Update it once in a while to announce new products or features.<\/span><\/p>\n

    or perhaps update it from time to time to help support your seasonal marketing campaigns.<\/span><\/p>\n

    4. Add a Call-to-action<\/h3>\n

    At the end of your cover video, ask your viewers to take any action that benefits your viewer and your brand.<\/span><\/p>\n

    You can ask them to sign up for your product or try out your service or visit your website.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Just make sure that it\u2019s relevant to your cover video or your brand.<\/span><\/p>\n

    5. Make it Cropping-ready<\/h3>\n

    You\u2019ll have to reposition your cover video a little-bit to make it fit properly.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Also, Facebook will automatically crop the cover video in different dimensions for different devices<\/span><\/p>\n

    For these reasons, place the text, icons, and images at the center of your video.<\/span><\/p>\n

    6. Keep it Unique But Stay True to Your Brand<\/h3>\n

    Introduce your brand in a creative way, but don\u2019t go off-brand.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Have fun and make it unique, but keep it professional.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Let your cover video reflect your brand\u2019s values and personality.<\/span><\/p>\n

    7. Make it Form a Natural Loop<\/h3>\n

    Your Facebook cover video will be set to autoplay by default.<\/span><\/p>\n

    This means, it\u2019ll loop or play over and over again.<\/span><\/p>\n

    So to ensure a smooth transition from the ending to the beginning of your video, blend both the beginning and ending together.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Or at the very least, make sure there aren\u2019t any disturbances or differences that make it seem hard to watch when looped.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    8. Add Subtitles<\/h3>\n

    Your Facebook cover video will be muted by default.<\/span><\/p>\n

    The viewer will have to unmute it to watch it with sound.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Add subtitles if you\u2019ve added voiceover or if it has someone talking.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Got any questions about creating a Facebook cover video? <\/span><\/p>\n

    To create your own Facebook Cover video, you can use Animaker on PC<\/a> or Animaker on iOS.<\/a><\/p>\n

    Any tips or tools we didn\u2019t mention that you think are interesting? Let us know about them in the comment section below.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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