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Design with Canva for Print-Ready Results

Canva is a great tool for creating flyers, posters, menus, business cards and more. The key is exporting correctly so your artwork prints cleanly. Use the steps below to download a print-ready PDF (with bleed), then send it through to Black Cat Printing.

Need help? We can check your file before printing. See our Artwork Guidelines for sizing, bleed and resolution.

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Why Canva works well for print

Fast, simple and flexible — as long as you export the correct file type.

Easy to use Drag-and-drop tools make professional layouts accessible, even with no design experience.
Templates & assets Start with a ready-made template and customise fonts, colours, icons and imagery.
Cloud-based Work across devices and share files easily — ideal for quick updates and revisions.
Print-ready export Export as “PDF Print” with bleed for best results on business printing and signage.

How to export a print-ready PDF from Canva

Follow these steps to download the correct file for professional printing.

  1. Set the correct size first

    Start with the correct document size (A5, A4, DL, business card, poster, etc.) before you design.

  2. Open “Share” → “Download”

    In the top-right corner, click Share, then choose Download.

  3. Choose “PDF Print”

    Select PDF Print as the file type (this is the best choice for crisp printing).

  4. Turn on crop marks and bleed

    Tick Crop marks and bleed so the file includes trim marks and bleed for clean edges.

  5. Download and send the PDF

    Download the file and upload/email it with your quantity, paper/stock preference and any finishing notes.

Ready to print your Canva design?

Send through your PDF Print file (with crop marks and bleed) and we’ll help you choose the best paper and finish for a sharp, professional result.

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If you’re unsure about sizing or bleed, see Artwork Guidelines before exporting.