How to Resize a Design in Canva
May 17, 2021It's super easy to resize a design in Canva by following these simple steps. When designing in Canva, you often need copies in different dimensions for your social media, website, or even in print. Instead of recreating your design, use these steps to resize quickly. Even without Canva Pro!
How to Resize a Design in Canva (free version)
When you're done creating, select all your design elements (ctrl+A will do the trick, or command+A for a Mac!) and copy (ctrl+C / command+C). Now, go to File > Create New and open a blank file in whatever size you are looking for. Perhaps you're trying to convert a square Instagram graphic into an Instagram story size. Once you have the new file open, paste the design into the new file. You'll need to copy over the background separately, and repeat this process for every page. Now you just need to do a quick tidying of the elements and you're all set! It's that simple!
How to Resize a Design in Canva Pro
If you want to try a free trial of Canva Pro, simply go to juliegodshall.com/canva to get started.
With Canva Pro, you have access to a magic resize tool. Just click on "Resize" and select the dimensions you are looking for - converting a square design to an IG story, for example. You can make a copy and resize, or just resize the current design. I recommend making a copy and resizing so you don't lose your original design. Rename it and now you're ready to tidy up!
Now you can easily create an entire suite of designs in all kinds of shapes and sizes! If you found this tutorial helpful, please tell us. We love to hear from you and see the beautiful designs you created.
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