What is Canva? A Complete Guide to Using Canva from A to Z 

Canva is one of the famous websites that is easy to use for designing images for everyone. Even those who know nothing about design or have no Photoshop skills can create their own works. This article, DPS.MEDIA JSC will share and guide you on how to use Canva in the simplest and easiest way for you! 

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The most complete Canva usage tutorial video 2021

What is Canva? 

Canva was established in 2012. Until now, it has been a very powerful application. Canva can help design logos, CVs, infographics, posters, banners, invitations, etc. To design images, you just need to perform drag-and-drop actions and text editing. What is Canva when it can be used both on the web and with various graphics

Currently, Canva is publicly available online for free on the Internet, with a very rich resource and interface, diverse styles, and different personalities. In addition, some special features require a cheap Canva Pro account. 

What is Canva? 
Canva is a famous graphic design website with simple operations and a huge collection of beautiful ready-made design templates.

Detailed guide to using Canva 

How to create an account on Canva 

You only need to enter your email and password to easily use Canva online. You can also quickly connect with your Google or Facebook account. 

To experience and use VIP features, many individuals or organizations have chosen to share Canva Pro accounts to use together.

In addition, you can also download Canva to your computer or download the Canva app to your smartphone which is very convenient to help you create your works. 

How to create an account on Canva 
You can quickly have a Canva account by using your Facebook or Google account.

Guide to using Canva when choosing dimensions to get started

After you have successfully logged in, you can immediately start your design by choosing the size: 

  • Choose the size you want to design 
  • Choose from Canva's available sizes: Here, Canva has many standard sizes for logos, posters, Facebook posts, etc., very convenient for you (You can use the search bar to find the suitable size template!)

At this point, you just need to select DESIGN to start! 

Guide to using Canva when choosing dimensions to get started
Canva has available common size templates to help you have a frame to start designing

Choosing and editing fonts on Canva

Guide to customizing fonts as you wish 

You can see the TEXT column on the left. There, there are many font combinations already designed; you can choose your favorite combination. 

If you don't like the Canva usage guide, you can delete each element or add ADD HEADING, SUBHEADING, BODY TEXT to creatively combine fonts yourself. 

You can: 

  • Change the font size 
  • Choose italic, bold, or uppercase for the text 
  • Choose the color for the text 
  • Font selection, types of Vietnamese fonts in Canva 

( If you are not satisfied, you can UNDO to redo step by step. Or if you want to delete that text block, select the trash bin icon.)

Guide to customizing fonts as you wish 
You choose the desired font combination in the TEXT section

How to upload fonts to Canva 

Although it contains a large library of different fonts, sometimes the Vietnamese fonts in Canva are not satisfactory for many users. Because sometimes there are errors or they do not match your layout design. 

Therefore, you can upload the font you want to Canva! 

Instructions for using Canva – how to upload fonts to Canva:

Step 1: Access the Canva website online (www.canva.com) and log in successfully. 

Step 2: On the left side Menu => Select Brand Kit => Upload fonts 

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Follow the arrow on the image to upload fonts to Canva

Step 3: Select the font to upload => Click “Yes, upload!”

(Note: Please upload fonts without copyright – fonts you created or fonts that have been publicly shared) 

Then, just press F5 and reopen your design to see your font in the “Uploaded fonts” section. Now you can use it freely! 

Guide to using Canva to design other details, freely creative 

Next, you can freely create on your design. Upload images from your computer/phone to design and use additional ELEMENTS to decorate, including: 

GridsTo divide the layout into desired sections
FramesChoose frame shapes, you can insert your images into those frames. 
ShapesInsert shapes like squares, stars, circles 
LinesLines, straight lines, curves, zigzag lines 
IconsIncludes drawings, stickers, diverse icons in all fields (you can type in the search bar to find easier)
ChartsInsert additional charts
Guide to using Canva to design other details, freely creative 
You add other elements to design images according to your ideas

Save the designed image 

With Canva, once the image design is done, you can completely download that image directly to your device without any registration, very good.

You can share your Canva Pro account for the best experience!

Save the designed image 
Click the DOWNLOAD button at the top right corner of the screen

Hopefully with this Canva usage guide from DPS.MEDIA JSC, you can have your first products! Wish you success!

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