Roblox thumbnail maker: 1920 × 1080 experience thumbnails from 3D models

In short: export your build or characters from Roblox Studio as OBJ, open the thumbnail maker and drop them in. It opens with warm Golden Hour lighting at 16:9, 1920 × 1080, the size Roblox recommends. Frame the shot and click Export → Thumbnail. Everything renders in your browser.

Thumbnails sit at the top of your experience page and rotate on the home page, so they're where players decide whether to press Play. A lit, framed render of your best build or characters looks far more polished than a raw screenshot with the toolbar and avatar in the way.

#Roblox thumbnail size

Aspect ratio	16:9 (widescreen)
Size	1920 × 1080 px, as Roblox recommends
File types	PNG, JPG, GIF, TGA or BMP
Home page thumbnails	Under 3 MB, and you can have 2 to 5 active

Roblox's thumbnail guide recommends 16:9 at 1920 × 1080. The thumbnail maker opens at that size. On the Free plan, PNGs are capped at 1,024 px wide (1024 × 576); Pro exports the full 1920 × 1080.

#How to make a Roblox thumbnail

1. Export from Roblox Studio. In the Explorer, select the models you want in the shot (hold Ctrl to pick several, or select a whole folder), right-click and choose Export Selection. Studio saves an .obj and .mtl; keep them together with any textures.
2. Open the thumbnail maker. It opens with the Golden Hour look and a 16:9, 1920 × 1080 export frame.
3. Drop in your files. Each model is placed on the ground and framed automatically.
4. Compose the shot. Drag to orbit, right-drag to pan and scroll to zoom. The export frame shows exactly what's captured. 8 gives a low, dramatic angle and 7 an isometric overview of a build.
5. Choose Export → Thumbnail for the PNG. Make a few versions with different looks: Hero Spotlight for action, Neon Night for night-time or sci-fi games, Overcast Daylight for bright, friendly ones.

A real export from the thumbnail maker's settings

#What makes a strong Roblox thumbnail

• Show what players do. A character mid-action, the build they'll explore or the item they'll unlock, rather than a logo on a plain background.
• Leave room for text. If you'll add a title, frame the model to one side so the other side stays clear. For full control, export with Transparent Cutout and place the render on your own background.
• Keep it readable when small. Thumbnails are often shown well below full size, so avoid tiny details.
• Test them. Upload several, and let Roblox's thumbnail personalisation and testing show which ones earn more plays.

#Frequently asked questions

#Can I make a Roblox thumbnail for free?

Yes, for up to 10 exports a day with a free account (3 without one). The Free plan exports 16:9 PNGs at 1024 × 576 with a small Shot3D label. Pro (£10/month) exports the full 1920 × 1080 with no label. Paid plans are for buyers aged 18 or over, or with a parent or guardian's permission.

#Can I also make a video?

Yes. Pro and Studio export 360° turntable MP4s in 16:9, handy for trailers and social posts. See the turntable maker.

#Can I use this for my game icon too?

Yes, use the Roblox icon maker: it's the same studio, set up for 512 × 512.

#Are my Roblox models uploaded anywhere?

No. Models are rendered in your browser and the PNGs are saved straight to your device.