How to Customize the Cover in Notion

Notion is a powerful productivity and note-taking application that offers flexible customization options. One key feature that allows you to add a personal touch to your pages is the ability to customize the cover. By doing so, you create visually appealing pages that are more engaging and unique. This article walks you through the updated steps for adding and customizing your cover in Notion with current features and best practices.

How to Add a Cover to a Page

Before you can customize your cover, you first need to add one to your page. Follow these steps:

1. Open the page where you want to add a cover.
2. If no cover exists, click on the Add cover button at the top of the page. (For pages that already have a cover, hover over the image and click Change cover to select a new image.)
3. Notion will display a selection of default images. To use one of these, simply click on your choice.
4. If you prefer a custom image, click on Change cover and then select Upload to add your own image from your device.
5. Once the image is added, you can reposition it by clicking the Reposition button and dragging the image to highlight your preferred section.
6. Click Save (or simply click outside the image area) to finalize your new cover.

Customizing the Cover

While Notion’s built-in cover customization features are streamlined, you can still personalize the look and feel of your page cover using the following methods:

Changing and Repositioning

• Reposition the Cover: To adjust which part of the cover image is visible, click Reposition on the cover. Drag the image vertically until you find your desired framing, then click Save.
• Change the Image: At any time, you can click Change cover to select another image from the gallery or upload a new one.

Enhancing Your Cover with External Tools

Currently, Notion does not offer built-in tools to add text directly on the cover or apply filters and effects within the app. However, you can enhance your cover image before uploading it by:

1. Using an external image editor (such as Canva or Adobe Photoshop) to add text overlays, adjust brightness, apply filters, or make other design changes.
2. Uploading the edited image to Notion using the Upload option under Change cover.

Integrating Text and Other Elements on Your Page

While you can't add text directly on the cover within Notion, you can place a text block immediately below the cover to create a header effect or to match your cover design. This approach helps maintain a consistent visual style across your page.

Tips for Effective Cover Customization

• Choose a Relevant Image: Select a cover image that complements the content of your page and evokes the right mood.
• Keep It Simple: A clean, uncluttered cover ensures that the focus remains on your content.
• Match Colors: Consider the color palette of your cover image when choosing text colors or other design elements on the page.
• Update Regularly: Refresh your covers periodically to keep your pages dynamic and engaging.
• Pre-Edit Images: To add custom text or effects that aren’t supported by Notion, edit your images in an external tool before uploading them.

In conclusion, while Notion’s cover customization options are straightforward, they offer a great starting point to personalize your workspace. By selecting or uploading the perfect image, repositioning it for the ideal view, and enhancing it externally when needed, you can create unique pages that reflect your style and creativity. Enjoy exploring these customization options and make your Notion pages truly your own!