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DIY Design with Canva - Make a Print Ready File
Canva Design is a graphic design platform that allows users to create social media graphics, presentations, posters, and other visual content. It is a popular choice for both individuals and businesses, as it is easy to use and offers a wide range of templates and features.
Canva is a cloud-based platform that can be accessed from any device with an internet connection. To use Canva, users simply create an account and choose from a variety of templates or start a new design from scratch. Canva offers a wide range of features, including:
- A library of millions of stock photos, graphics, and fonts
- Easy-to-use drag-and-drop editing tools
- Collaboration features that allow multiple users to work on a design together
- The ability to download designs in a variety of formats, including PNG, JPG, PDF, and MP4
Why is Canva popular?
Canva is popular for a number of reasons, including:
- It is easy to use, even for people with no design experience.
- It offers a wide range of templates and features, making it versatile enough for a variety of design needs.
- It is affordable, with a free plan available for basic use.
- It is cloud-based, so it can be accessed from any device with an internet connection.
Canva is a great option for anyone who needs to create visual content, regardless of their design skills or budget. It is easy to use and offers a wide range of features, making it a versatile and affordable solution for both individuals and businesses.
Providing Print Ready Files with Canva
To provide your artwork to using Canva, you will need to download your design as a PDF file. To do this:
- Open your design in Canva.
- Click the “Share” button in the top right corner.
- Select “Download” from the drop-down menu.
- In the “File type” section, select “PDF Print.”
- Click the “Crop marks and bleed” box.
- Click the “Download” button.
Once you have downloaded your design as a PDF file, you can send it to us for printing.
Here are some additional tips for providing artwork to printers using Canva:
- Make sure your design is in CMYK colour mode. This is the colour mode used by printers, and it ensures that your colours will print accurately.
- Use a high resolution (at least 300 dpi) for your images. This will ensure that your images print sharp and clear.
- Include a bleed area around the edge of your design. This is a small margin of extra space that is trimmed off after printing. This helps to ensure that there is no white border around your printed piece.
