How to Use Canva Beginners - 7 Powerful Tips

When I first heard the name of Canva, I thought it would be a tool only for graphic designers. But when I tried it, I found out that Canva is perfect for beginners as well. Today I will tell you step-by-step how to use Canva and how it is helpful for beginners, that too without design skills!

 

🧠 What is Canva? Understanding is very important

Canva is an online design tool where you can easily create visuals like social media posts, flyers, posters, business cards, presentations, and YouTube thumbnails. Its interface is so friendly that you don't need any designing degree.

 

I feel Canva is a blessing for those people who want to make their own designs but find tools like Photoshop difficult.

 

💻 Step 1: How do I create an account on Canva?

 

Go to www.canva.com.

Click on "Sign Up".

Make an account on Facebook, Google, or email.

As soon as you create an account, you will immediately see ready-made templates.

Tip: If you want to design from your phone, install Canva's mobile app - it's easy and fun to use.

 

🧰 Step 2: Dashboard Tour - What do you get here?

Canva's dashboard is so simple that I understood it at first glance:

1. Templates: Pre-made designs for everything.
2. Elements: Shapes, emoji, lines, stickers - all drag & drop ready.
3. Text: Stylish fonts and cool text designs.
4. Photos/Videos: Free and paid libraries available for direct use.
5. Uploads: You can also add your photos or logos.

Imagine if you want to design a motivational quote — Canva will literally make it in 1 minute!

 

🖼️ Step 3: How to start a new design?

 

Press the "Create a Design" button.
 
Choose your size (like an Instagram post or YouTube thumbnail).
 
A blank canvas will appear — just start the drag n drop.
 
Tip: I find the Instagram post template the easiest for beginners — because the size and layout are already ready.

🧾Step 4: Learn to use templates

How to use Canva Templates is the best shortcut for beginners:
 

Click on "Templates" in the left menu.
Write the keyword of your design purpose (like "Resume", "YouTube Banner")
Choose any template and customize it

You can change fonts, colors, and images without any tension.

🖋Step 5: Change the font style and enter text.

Adding text to Canva is very easy:

Click on the "Text" option

Choose Heading, Subheading, or Body text

You can drag the text box onto the canvas and arrange it where you like.

Adjusting font styles and colors is also easy. Pre-made text styles are also available for Canva beginners.

 

📸 Step 6: Adding Images and Videos

Explore the stock library from the "Photos" or "Videos" tab.

Drag & drop and place on the canvas.

You can also add your images by going to "Uploads".

I think you can give a professional touch to your design by adding images and videos.

 

🎨 Step 7: Customize your design

Change the color by selecting elements or text.

Arrange elements using the Position option

Enhance the design by applying effects and filters

Canva also has an undo/redo option for beginners so that you can experiment without fear.

 

🔒 Step 8: How to save and download the design?

After the design is complete, press the "Share" button

Select "Download"

Choose PNG, JPG, or PDF format

Free users also get high-quality images. Premium users also get transparent background and resize option.

 

📱 Step 9: Use of Canva Mobile App

The mobile version of Canva is also powerful:

Open the app and login

Same dashboard and features are available

Touch gestures make designing even more fun

Personally, I find the app for Canva really useful while traveling.

 

📈 Step 10: How to earn money from Canva?

If you learn Canva, then this skill can become a source of earning for you:

Create gigs on Fiverr or Upwork (logo design, social media post, resume design)

Promote your design service on Instagram or Facebook

You can earn money by taking freelance projects

 

Imagine if you make a design for $10 and get 3 orders daily, then you can easily make $900+ a month.

 

✅ Real Tools + Experience

I have myself made logos, ebook covers, and ads with Canva. Canva's real tools like:

Brand Kit (Pro Version) – Set your fonts, colors

Content Planner – Schedule social media

Magic Resize – Change size instantly for every platform

 

📌 Final Thoughts – Canva Beginner's Best Friend

If you are thinking that it will be difficult for beginners to use Canva, then now it must be clear that this tool is for people of every level.

After a few days of practice, you can become a pro user of Canva – without any design background.

Sign up today to develop your own creative design!

 

If you need more digital tools, design guides or beginner tutorials, do check out the Techeasely Home Page – every topic is explained step-by-step.

📣 FAQs – How to Use Canva Beginners

Q1: What Is Canva free?

Yes, a free version of Canva is available which has a lot of features.

Q2: Can videos be made on Canva?

Absolutely, short videos and animated social posts can be designed in Canva.

Q3: Is there a mobile Canva app?

Indeed, Canva is accessible on both the iOS and Android operating systems.

Q4: Can Urdu text be written in Canva?

Yes, Canva supports Urdu text. You can write using Google Input Tools.

Q5: Can one earn money from Canva?

Yes. It is possible to earn money from Canva through freelancing and design services.