What Is Canva?

Canva is a unique platform that allows individuals of varying skill levels to produce high-quality graphics and designs.

Canva is available as an online service or through apps for iOS and Android.

Canva home screen

Who Uses Canva?

The Canva learning curve is short.

Its hundreds of templates make it easy to create graphic designs quickly.

The Photos tab on Canva website

you might also start with a blank slate if you have a unique vision.

How Much Does Canva Cost?

Canva is free for individuals and small groups working on simple projects.

Filter your image search to find free images.

you could buy licenses for each paid element you choose right from inside the tool.

How to Get Started With a Creation

To use Canva, first register for a free account.

Once you do this, you’re ready to start your first design.

Add an image to your Canva template

Scroll through hundreds of templates, or use theSearchbox to find something specific, and then select a template.

To search the Canva photo library, selectPhotosfrom the toolbar on the left.

Enter a search term in the search bar to find specific images or scroll for inspiration.

The Text heading in Canva

Filter the search to find free images, or search by color or other factors.

When you find an image you want to use, drag and drop the image into the design.

Does the image have a Canva watermark?

A heading text style in Canva

If so, it’s a Premium image that you must pay for.

SelectRemove Watermarkto pay for the photo.

When the photo is where you want it, add more elements.

The Font menu in Canva

For example, to add a heading and text, selectTextfrom the toolbar on the left.

Drag and drop the key in of text you wish to use in the design.

Move the text box around until it fits your design.

The Elements tab in Canva

To change the text, double-click it and then start typing.

Change the text color, spacing, alignment, and other text formatting using the same toolbar.

Add an element by selectingElementsfrom the toolbar on the left.

The Share button in Canva

Elements include grids, charts, frames, shapes, gradients, illustrations, lines, and more.

Move the element forward or backward between layers.

When you’re satisfied with your design, share it.

The Download button in Canva

SelectShareandenter an email address.

Give recipients permission to either edit or view.

SelectPay and Downloadto pay for the elements.