Step 1: Login and Search for a Template
You can use the search bar on the homepage or click on "logo" under the "You might want to try..." choices to find Canva's huge library of ready-made logo templates after logging into your account.

This shows the huge library of Canva templates. You can scroll through it and look at every design, but since there are more than 50,000 of them, you might want to use the filters to save some time. With these choices, you can narrow down your options based on the theme, style, topic, or features you like best.

Take the case of opening a bakery as an example. If so, you can use the filters to see only the more than 1,000 logos that fit the "bakery" theme. You can then narrow it down even more by picking a style, like simple or modern until you find a logo design you like.

You could also pick "modern" as your style and "computer" as your theme if you wanted your new computer repair business to look bold and up-to-date. We should let you know that if you see a template with a small crown icon, you can only use it if you purchase Canva Pro. Although it does cost $12 a month, you can get all of the Pro-only templates and files for free for 30 days if you're still not sure if the platform is right for you. You can use the filters to find the right template for the type of logo you want to make. Then, click on it to open it in the Canva design tool.
Step 2: Choose Graphic and Design Elements
We chose to pretend that we are starting a new travel service and need a logo for it for this lesson. The first thing we need to do after opening our favorite logo in the Canva editor is to add any images or other things we want to use.

For this, click on the images you don't want and tap the trash can icon to get rid of them.

Next, go to the Canva menu and select Elements > Drawings. Then, use the search function to find the drawings that are right for your business. We looked for "travel" in this case.

After that, you can change it in many ways, such as:
Do this again and again until you're ready for the next step. You can add as many images, lines, shapes, or other elements as you want.
Step 3: Choose Your Colors and Fonts
You can always change the colors of your image if you like the way it looks but don't think it fits with your brand. To change the color of your images, borders, or other parts, click on them. This will bring up the color boxes in the upper right corner of your editing menu. These boxes are the same color as your part, which you can see.

If you tap those boxes, the color choices will show up. Canva is smart to show you a list of colors that were already used in your design.

You can also choose from a list of pre-set colors. To get the exact color you want, click the plus sign with the rainbow edge, use the sliders, or type in the hex code.


To change the font, click on the word you want to change. This will bring up a menu with different fonts for you to choose from.

You can also go to the text menu and add some beautiful font choices that have already been put together with your design.
Step 4: Add Your Text
Step 5: Download Your New Logo
After you've done all of that, you can make any last changes you want to your design until you're happy with the end logo.

After that, you should get that image and use it. To do that, press "Share" and then "Download." This will bring up a list of file types that you can use to save the file.
Images need to be a certain size for each social media site. From Canva's built-in choices, it's easy to choose the right size, so your designs will look great on all devices.
Tip: Start by clicking on Create a Design and selecting from options like Instagram Post (1080 x 1080 px), Facebook Cover (820 x 312 px), or LinkedIn Banner (1584 x 396 px).
Canva has a huge selection of templates that are specially designed for various social media sites. That being said, templates are great places to start, but you should change them to make your brand stand out.
Tip: Choose a template that matches the style and tone of your brand, and then modify the colors, fonts, and images to align with your branding.
Using the same colors and fonts over and over again helps build a brand's personality. Use the Brand Kit tool in Canva Pro to save your brand's color scheme, fonts, and logo so they are easy to find.
Tip: Use the Color Picker Tool to match the exact colors of your brand, and stick to no more than 2-3 fonts to maintain a clean look.
For images to look professional, they need to be aligned and spaced correctly. You can structure your design with Canva's Grids and Guides to make sure that everything is lined up and spaced out properly.
Tip: Enable Rulers and Guides (found under File > View) to position elements precisely, and use the Position Tool to center objects or distribute them evenly.
There are a lot of pictures and drawings in Canva's library, but it's important to pick high-quality ones that fit your message.
Tip: Use keywords like “minimal,” “modern,” or “bold” in the Photos tab to find images that match your style. Always double-check the resolution and quality before adding them to your design.
One great way to make your message stand out is to add text backgrounds. For headers, use clear, bold fonts, and for context, you might want to pair them with smaller subheadings.
Tip: Use Text Effects like Shadow or Lift to make your text pop, and experiment with Transparency settings for a layered look.
Use shapes and icons to draw attention to important parts of text or break it up. There are many icons and shapes in Canva's library that can be changed in size, color, and order.
Tip: Search for “Social Media Icons” or “Arrow Shapes” to find visual elements that guide the viewer’s eye through your design.
Effects and filters can change the whole mood of your design. You can make all of your drawings look the same by using Canva's built-in filters.
Tip: Click on your image, go to Filters, and experiment with options like Retro, Grayscale, or Dramatic. Adjust the intensity for subtle enhancements.
If you post a lot on social media, making templates that you can use again and again will save you time and help you stay consistent.
Tip: Design a few core templates for different types of posts (e.g., quotes, promotions, or announcements), and save them in your Canva folder. Just swap out the text and images as needed.
For social media, make sure your graphics are exported in the best style so they look clear and professional:
Tip: Always check the file size and resolution to ensure fast loading times on social media platforms.