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"Have you experimented with your new Twitter profile yet? The company rolled out a set of design updates Tuesday \u2014 most specifically, a brand new header image.\nUsers can upload a long horizontal image \u2014 or \"header\" \u2014 that resembles the cover photo concept currently used on Facebook and Google+. Only, existing profile avatars are embedded in the center of the header.\n\nSEE ALSO: Everything You Need to Know About the New Twitter\nThe header might be similar to other social networks' concepts, but there are a few things to consider before redesigning your profile. Here are a few tips.\n1. Selecting an Image\nOriginal image size cannot exceed 1252\u00D7626 pixels (with a max file size of 5MB). Twitter does not specify a minimum size, but anything smaller than 640 pixels-wide will appear poor quality.\nThe header image is a horizontal bar, so any landscape-oriented photo will look better than a portrait (vertical) photo. Although you can resize the image, it doesn't appear to align 100% accurately.\n2. Text Against Background\nYour new Twitter bio displays in a light-colored font, making the text difficult to read when paired with a light photo. Busy patterns will also distract from the text, so find something simple, at least on the bottom part of the image.\nHere's what your header looks like when you choose a light, distracting image.\n\nInstead, choose a header image that contrasts with the font color. A darker photo makes your bio stand out, easy to read for other users. Look at how much better this version reads, in comparison to the photo above.\n\n3. Different Devices\nKeep in mind that the new design does not look the same across all devices. The mobile app for iPhone is slightly different. Users see a full Twitter profile in two parts: one shows the user's avatar and handle, and a swipe to the right reveals the user's bio. The iPad displays all on one page, like the desktop.\nIf you decide to get creative with your header image and newly placed avatar, you might decide whether you want it to look as it should on the app or desktop.\nFor example, Andrew Tully's avatar aligns perfectly when viewed on the desktop. \n\nHowever, his header image and avatar do not produce the same optical illusion on the mobile app.\n\nRemember, you still need an avatar. Many users might only view Twitter profiles via third-party apps like TweetDeck or HootSuite. Though creative displays might make sense when paired with your header image (e.g. a picture of your elbow), they could confuse your followers, who might not be viewing your profile on Twitter.com.\n4. Inspiration\nLooking for inspiration before diving into your new profile? Take a look at some of the best examples we've seen from early adopters.\nGot any more tips to share? Leave them in the comments below.\n\n\nCreative Twitter Header Images\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1. @AnthonyQuintano\n\nNBC's Anthony Quintano thought outside the box when designing his new header image.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2. @alexmiz\n\nSo now we all know Batman's true secret identity...\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n3. @RyanSeacrest\n\nSeacrest was among the first to adjust his header image to the new Twitter design.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n4. @alroker\n\nAl Roker also adapted quickly to the new layout. Wonder if this map will change with the hourly forecast?\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n5. @Brad\n\nGood use of a rich, bold color can really make a header image pop.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n6. @bgardner\n\nThen again, there's something to be said for stark black and white.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n7. @mattbrett\n\nOr you could fill that space behind the profile pic with your hobbies and passions.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n8. @allieleww\n\nA lush sunset (or sunrise, of course) will throw dazzling colors behind your profile pic.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n9. @GoddardMike\n\nEmphasize the colors in your profile pic by turning the header image grayscale. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n10. @dickc\n\nThe CEO of Twitter himself has an updated header image of a serene mountain vista.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n"^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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