A menu thumbnail is an illustrative image associated with a complete menu on your site. It allows you to visually identify each menu (main menu, dishes menu, sharing menu, drinks menu, etc.) and understand its content at a glance.
Example: a drinks menu can be illustrated with an image of glasses or cocktails, while a sharing menu can be represented by dishes arranged in the center of the table. These thumbnails facilitate navigation and make your offerings more readable and attractive.
Why Add Thumbnails to Your Menus
Menu thumbnails are often the first visual element viewed by your visitors. Well-chosen, they allow you to:
Highlight your dishes or menu categories
Improve readability and navigation on your site
Enhance the visual consistency of your establishment
Encourage viewing the menu in detail
Up-to-date and quality visuals directly contribute to a better user experience.
How to Add or Edit Menu Thumbnails
Thumbnails can be modified directly from your CentralApp interface.
For a Detailed Menu
Access the site editor, then go to the Menu section.
Edit the menu of your choice by clicking on the notebook with a pencil icon.
Go to the menu settings in the panel on the right side of the page.
Add a thumbnail and a cover or modify existing ones by clicking on
the vertical bars.
Save.
For a PDF Menu
Access the site editor, then go to the Menu section.
Edit the menu of your choice by clicking on the notebook with a pencil icon.
Add a thumbnail and a cover or modify existing ones by clicking on
the vertical bars.
Save.
Best Practices for Effective Thumbnails
For optimal results, here are some recommendations:
Use clear, well-framed, and bright images
Choose a visual representative of the menu category
Maintain a consistent style across all thumbnails
Avoid overly busy images or those with illegible text
Update visuals in case of menu or seasonal changes
Clear and harmonious thumbnails enhance the visual impact of your menu and facilitate navigation.