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Adding a Profile Picture & Cover Image

Put a face with a name in your Member Profile and add a dash of personality with your cover image.

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Written by Emma Montgomery
Updated over a week ago


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All plan types

Permissions

General Access: Update your profile picture and cover image.

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Why Use Profile Pictures & Cover Images?

  • Profile Pictures:

    • Helps put a face with a name, especially for global teams and distributed workforces.

    • Adds a personal touch to your Member Profile.

  • Cover Images:

    • Show off your personality or interests, just like on social media platforms.

    • Share a fun visual, such as a vacation photo (β›΅οΈπŸ–οΈβ˜œ).


Where to Find Profile Pictures & Cover Images

Profile Pictures and Cover Images are part of your public profile and can be updated from any screen in SmartSuite by accessing your Member Profile.

How to Update:

  1. Profile Picture:

    • Click the Camera πŸ“· icon in the lower-right corner of your profile picture.
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  2. Cover Image:

    • Click Change Cover in the upper-left corner of your Member Profile screen.
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Options:

  • Upload Your Own Image:

    • Files up to 12MB are supported for cover images.

  • Choose a Template:

    • Select from SmartSuite's library of pre-designed images.
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Smart Points: Profile Pictures & Cover Images

  • Use Unsplash Integration:

    • SmartSuite integrates with Unsplash, offering a wide variety of free-to-use pictures.

    • Whether you want to showcase your authentic self or opt for a "better" profile picture, you can find the perfect image easily.
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Practical Use Cases and Scenarios

1. Strengthening Team Connections

Scenario: A remote team wants to foster better personal connections among its members.

Solution: Encourage team members to upload profile pictures and personalized cover images.

Outcome: Improved team cohesion and familiarity.

2. Adding Personality to Profiles

Scenario: A new hire wants to personalize their profile and make a positive first impression.

Solution: Use a professional profile picture and a fun cover image that reflects their interests.

Outcome: A memorable and unique profile that stands out.

3. Keeping Profiles Up-to-Date

Scenario: A manager wants team profiles to stay current and professional.

Solution: Schedule periodic reminders for team members to update their profile pictures and cover images.

Outcome: Consistent and professional profiles across the organization.

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