How To Create A Facebook Cover Image

To use this simple approach you should browse through your digital pictures to find something significant that represents you.

The picture could showcase your favourite holiday, your group of friends or a even a great photo shoot that you have been to. While checking which photo will fit in this section, bear in mind the horizontal shape of the cover photo section and also the fact that part of the bottom left area will be covered by your profile picture.

Once you have chosen a photo of your choice, open it up in any editing software so that you can use the crop tool to edit it appropriately. Some users find it more convenient to use the proper aspect ratio in inches so experiment a little to see what you are more comfortable with.

Once edited, save the picture and then upload it in the right section by clicking on 'add a cover' on your timeline. If you have already added your first cover photo and wish to add a new one, click on 'change cover' instead.

Instead of merely cropping existing images, you could also create a Facebook cover for yourself.

Begin with a blank canvas in your favorite editing software that is at least four inches wide and two inches high with a minimum resolution of 300 dpi.

Draw anything you like on this blank canvas and just remember to leave some space on the lower left corner which will be covered by your profile picture.

Since your creation is unique, it is a good idea to add a digital signature or watermark so that you have exclusive rights to the image and it is not easily available for public distribution.

With the growing popularity of Facebook cover photos, a number of websites are now creating unique designs that you can simply download and use.

Often these photos have a watermark of the website as it also serves as a strategy for branding. There are a variety of websites which have a great stock of premade and pre-cropped cover images that you can use as your own on your timeline.

Do make sure to check the terms of use and that the copyright allows you to use the images before downloading them.

In addition to the above options, if you want to create a Facebook cover that is unique and individual, you can make use of Smilebox's Custom Facebook Cover Photo Maker.

This one-of-a-kind software allows you to make a beautiful photo collage instead of picking out a single photo from your Facebook albums. All you need to do is pick out your favourite photographs, add a quote from your favourite book or movie and choose a fun design. The software will instantly process a lovely cover photo for your timeline.

Save it and post it to add that extra bit of style to your profile. Apart from that, Smilebox's Custom Facebook Cover Photo Maker can also help you to design a cover photo that shows support for your nation, helps to spread awareness about different campaigns or promote any other message you like.

It is easy and fun to use and with this software, you can bring together several memories that you have cherished with your friends and family in the past.

So take a look at the free Smilebox Facebook Cover Image Creator now!