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How to Optimize Images for Notion: Complete Size Guide
Well-sized images make your Notion pages look polished and professional. This guide covers the optimal dimensions for every image type in Notion - from cover images to database thumbnails.
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| Image Type | Recommended Size | Aspect Ratio |
|---|---|---|
| Page Cover | 1500 x 600 px | 2.5:1 |
| Page Icon | 280 x 280 px | 1:1 (square) |
| Inline Image (full width) | 1200 - 1600 px wide | Any |
| Database Gallery | 800 x 600 px minimum | 4:3 preferred |
| Database List View | 100 x 100 px displayed | 1:1 |
| Workspace Icon | 280 x 280 px | 1:1 (square) |
Page Cover Images
The cover image appears at the top of your Notion page and sets the visual tone for your content. It's one of the most visible elements of any Notion page.
Cover Image Tip
Notion displays different portions of your cover image depending on screen size. Keep important content in the center third of the image to ensure it's visible on all devices. You can also use the "Reposition" option to adjust the visible area.
Page Icons
Page icons appear in the sidebar, page header, and when the page is linked from elsewhere. You can use emojis, uploaded images, or custom icons.
- Size: 280 x 280 px minimum
- Format: PNG with transparency
- Square aspect ratio (1:1)
- Keep design simple (displays small)
- No sizing needed
- Quick and easy option
- Consistent across devices
- Limited customization
Inline Images
Images inserted directly into your Notion pages can be displayed at different sizes. Notion automatically adjusts images to fit the content width.
| Display Size | Recommended Dimensions | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Full Width | 1200 - 1600 px wide | Hero images, diagrams |
| Page Width | 800 - 1200 px wide | Standard content images |
| Small | 400 - 600 px wide | Thumbnails, icons |
Tips for inline images:
- Use image compression to keep file sizes small for faster loading
- Consider WebP format for better compression
- Add captions to provide context
- Use consistent aspect ratios for a cohesive look
Database Images
Gallery View
Gallery view displays database entries as cards with images. The image property becomes the card's visual.
- Minimum: 800 x 600 px
- Aspect ratio: 4:3 preferred
- Can set fit or fill display
- Uses first image in page
- Same sizing recommendations
- Consistent images look better
List and Table View
In list and table views, images appear as small thumbnails:
- Display size: approximately 100 x 100 px
- Source size: 200 x 200 px minimum for clarity
- Square images work best (1:1 ratio)
File Size Considerations
Notion doesn't publish specific file size limits, but large images affect page load times and can count against storage limits on some plans.
File Size Recommendations
- Cover images: Under 2 MB
- Inline images: Under 1 MB
- Icons: Under 100 KB
- Database images: Under 500 KB per image
Best Image Formats for Notion
- Icons with transparency
- Screenshots
- Graphics with text
- Photographs
- Cover images
- Complex images
- Best compression
- Works for both photos and graphics
- Smaller file sizes
Convert images to WebP using our WebP converter for optimal file sizes.
How to Optimize Images for Notion
- Determine the use case - Cover, icon, inline, or database
- Resize to recommended dimensions - Use Pictey Image Resizer
- Compress for smaller file size - Use Pictey Compressor
- Convert format if needed - WebP for best compression
- Upload to Notion - Drag and drop or use the /image command
Common Issues and Solutions
Solution: Use Reposition to adjust, or center important content when creating the image.
Solution: Compress images and resize to actual display dimensions.
Solution: Use same aspect ratio for all images, set gallery to "fit" mode.
Solution: Upload at 280x280 px minimum, use PNG for graphics.
Conclusion
Properly sized images make a significant difference in how polished your Notion pages look. Use 1500x600 for covers, 280x280 for icons, and compress all images to keep your pages loading fast.
For more image optimization tips, check out our guide on compressing images for web and resizing without losing quality.
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