How To Create Thumbnails

Legacy Article: This article covers the legacy FMBooth (Windows + iPadOS) software. FMBooth (Windows + iPadOS) has been replaced by FMX. See FMX documentation →

This guide explains two methods for creating thumbnails for your presets in FMBooth.

Custom Thumbnail

To design a thumbnail from scratch, follow these steps:

  1. Use Photoshop or similar image editing software to design an image representing your preferred preset
  2. Create a new document and set appropriate dimensions for your thumbnail
  3. Save the final design in JPG, JPEG, or PNG format

Photo from Event as Thumbnail

You can also repurpose an image captured during a session as your thumbnail:

  1. Select the event you prefer from your library
  2. Choose the specific image you want to use as a thumbnail
  3. Look for the option at the bottom of the screen labeled "Set Session Assets as Preset Preview and Thumbnail"
  4. Click this option to convert the selected photo into your thumbnail

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