Important Tips of taking Profile Pictures

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By charanjeet kaur

Profile pictures had been around for as long as I remember be it in community forums or bulletin boards. Flickr, Facebook, Orkut, Google you name it and this profile photo helps you stand out in a crowd. A picture is worth a thousand words is a popular idiom that shows they really have the power to interconnect and make it easier for people.

I have been thinking about the power of images for long and was impressed by many profile hubbers so this one is dedicated to all those who stood out.

Adding a profile pic in three easy steps-

  1. Sign in your account in hub pages and click on the my profile tab.
  2. You can directly click on the change profile photo instead as well.
  3. Choose an image file from your computer that you would like to use as your profile photo ...
  • jpeg, gif, or png formats are allowed
  • Image can be no larger than 8 megabytes
  • Image dimensions should be a minimum of 200x200 pixels
  • You will get a chance to crop your image after you upload it.
  • Be careful not to upload adult content unless you want to be banned for good

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Profile pictures

Profile pic, your reflection

Choosing a right profile picture is not easy, it is more overwhwelming than you think. All humans have so many layers to them and various moods depict a new personality trait that a person may possess. Have a look around and a general analysis shows that you can you choose a profile pic that is a best reflection of you.

Some important pointers that you bear in mind for creating a lasting impression-

  • We humans have a memory that identifies pictures more than the subject or words that’s the way our brains work. So choose an image that is cool and sleek.
  • Every forum will appreciate a different kind of profile image, it is advisable to choose likewise. If you are in rome, be a roman in private chat rooms you can have a grinning image but it is not advisable if you happen to use it for professional usage as well.
  • A cute baby kid will not put you in the league in professional lives, choosing a picture that will show you are a energetic person will be wise.


Hub profile pics that rock

I may have joined early but it is off lately that i am more into hubpages and spending more time finding my way around here. Hence this hub is to all those whose profile pics i am a fan of. Sweetie pie has one of the best refreshing faces i have seen in a long time, simply dig it. London girl has one with her kiddo don’t they both look adorable it is one of the best captured shots of a mom and son. Earnest hub is one of the recent persons whom i have added in my fan list. Isn’t his snap filled with so much warmth love it. Aevans has the most intriguing picture for me, her eyes speak volumes in the snap she has.

Tom Rubenoffs profile pic is the wittiest and humorous pic in the whole list it so totally rocks. Teresa mc. Gurk is one of the most amazing looking profile pics mainly as its honest and rocking. Shirley Anderson has one of the hottest looking pictures i just love her curly hair. Bristol boys earlier pic of himself was like what’s up life’s cool at my end. Gamergirl is all gutsy in her profile pic and love whitney05 in her profile pic i think noone could look so glamourous with a pooch the way she does.I am so into dogs and they look so cute together. Denny lyon has one of the best picturesque snaps i simply adore it.

About my profile pic, well it is a girls photo which just won my heart over with the best smile ever I guess I’m trying to be happy despite the struggles in my life and she brings in a ray of hope in my life.

Online dating, where profile pics make all the difference

Dating portals are very prevalent in many parts of the world, it is the only means of communicating between two interested parties. In dating sites your profile pic is your ticket for getting chosen for a date or any relationship further. Get professional photo taken for a snap that shows you in the best light possible. A badly and disinterested taken photograph will reflect your care a damn attitude and you will be rejected downright.

  • Ambiguity: You putting snaps of your neighbours, friends and everyone but you, would reflect you don’t love yourself enough and have very less self esteem.
  • Flaunting your riches: Many profile pics display your richness in the best way possible, these ads are the perfect addition to a millionaire’s profile. Expensive cars, pubs and great party life profile photos show directly to your bank balance you own.

Some important tips

Create Photographs that stand out

  • Let your personality pop:Let your hidden qualities see the light of the day, unbottle yourselves and just have fun and go with it. Be yourselves and let your personality pop out in a snap like never before.You can always go overboard with styles such as jazzing yourselves, dressing up and putting up the favorite punk outfit and striking a pose.
  • Let nature speak along with you:Choosing the perfect scenic and right backdrop will tell volumes about you. If you are into sports, then having them as a sideline will also accentuate your sporting spirit.
  • Pet lovers rule:Say you're into pets and love to share the fun picture of you and your pooch with the entire world goes for it . What if you don’t own a pet, A shot of you with the fish aquarium would say more than you merely sitting on a side bench in the park.Don't own a pet? No problem. A shot of you feeding pigeons at the park says more about you than if you're just sitting on a bench.


Once you have taken a picture inspect it from a viewer’s point of view, standback and review it before posting it online. There are so many software tools today at your aid that you can experiment and avoid wacky colors, or tones and give your profile just the right mood and create a knockout profile pic. Enjoy hubbing..

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