> You now have the ability to upload background images hosted on
> YouTube. To add a customized background image to your channel,  follow
> the steps below:

> 1. Go to your Channel Design page:http://www.youtube.com/my_profile_theme

> 2. Select "Background Image."

> 3. Use the "Browse" button to find an image on your computer you would
> like to use. Upload an image that will display as a background on your
> channel (maximum 256K).

> 4. Decide whether you'd like your image to repeat across your channel
> or appear only once. Choose "Yes" or "No" next to the "Repeat
> Background Image" text.

> 5. Click the "Update Channel" button.

> (NOTE: You can no longer use a URL linking to an image hosted by
> another site for your background image. If you still have a URL in
> your Channel Design settings, you will need to upload a new image
> using the instructions above. Animated images are also no longer
> allowed).

> Thank you,

> YouTube Timmy