How to Use Canva: To Creating Social Media Content

By Montec @fashionstar

Canva's social media layouts can be used on Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, Google+ and Instagram. Get free acesss to over 100 layouts, allowing you to create stunning graphics in just minutes!

  1. Go to www.canva.com and sign up for a free account.
  2. Choose a template or create a design from scratch by selecting "Create a Design" from the dashboard.
  3. Use the left side panel to add elements to your design such as text, shapes, and images.
  4. Use the top toolbar to customize your design, including changing the font, color, and size of elements.
  5. Save your design by clicking the "Download" button in the top right corner and selecting the desired file format (such as JPG or PNG).
  6. If you want to collaborate with others on a design, click the "Share" button in the top right corner and invite team members to edit the design.
The (pros and cons) Correct way canva content planner to schedule your social media

Canva's Content Planner is a tool that allows you to plan and schedule your social media posts in advance. Here's how to use it:

  1. Go to the Canva homepage and log in to your account.
  2. Click on the "Content Planner" tab in the top menu.
  3. Click the "Create a Plan" button to create a new social media plan.
  4. Choose the social media platform you want to create a plan for (e.g. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter).
  5. Select the calendar view you want to use (e.g. weekly, monthly).
  6. Add your social media posts by clicking on the relevant date and time and typing in your content. You can also upload images and videos, and schedule posts for later.
  7. Once you've added all your posts, you can review and edit your plan by clicking on the posts in the calendar view.

Pros of using Canva's Content Planner:

  • It allows you to plan and schedule your social media posts in advance, saving you time and effort.
  • It provides a visual calendar view of your social media content, making it easy to see what you've planned and when.
  • It allows you to easily upload images and videos to your social media posts.

Cons of using Canva's Content Planner:

  • It may not have all the features and functionality of more advanced social media scheduling tools.
  • It may not be suitable for larger businesses or organizations that need more robust social media management capabilities.

Overall, Canva's Content Planner is a useful tool for individuals and small businesses looking to plan and schedule their social media content in a simple and visual way.