- To create a table in an existing Canva design, go to the Elements tab and search for tables.
- You can also use one of the available templates to create a table quickly in Canva.
- You can customize your table in Canva by changing its background, adding elements, and drawing on it.
How to Make a Table Using Elements in Canva
Canva makes it easy to create a table with different cell sizes and customize it to suit your needs. Here’s how to do it:
Step 1: Open Canva in your web browser, click the Create a design button, and pick from the suggested options. Alternatively, you can also upload an image by selecting the Import file option.
Step 2: Switch to the Elements tab on your left, search for tables , and select one of the available options.
Step 3: Use the plus buttons to add rows or columns and use the trash icon to remove them.
Step 4: Once your table is ready, select any cell and start writing your text. You can format the text using the toolbar at the top.
Step 5: Click the Share button in the top right corner and select Download .
Step 6: Use the drop-down menu to specify your preferred file type and click Download .
How to Make a Table Using Templates in Canva
If creating a table manually seems like too much work, you can use one of the available templates in Canva. Here’s how:
Step 1: Open Canva, switch to the Templates tab, and search for tables .
Step 2: From the results, select the template you want to use.
Step 3: Once the template opens, you can edit it as per your requirement.
How to Customize a Table in Canva
After creating your table using either of the methods above, Canva offers several customization options to modify its background , elements, colors, and more. Let’s see how.
Resize Table
To resize the table, select it with your mouse. Then, move your cursor to a corner, and use the double-sided arrow to adjust the table’s size.
Change Background
To change the table’s background, click on the color icon in the top left corner and choose from the available options on the left.
Insert Elements
Canva offers an extensive library of fun elements to enhance your table’s presentation. To add an object, click on the Elements tab on the left, explore the library, and select the element you want to add.
Alternatively, you can add your logo or watermark by inserting it as an image. To do that, simply drag and drop the picture from your computer into your Canva design.
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- Before printing from Canva, you may enable Show print bleed and Show margins to ensure no important parts get cut off.
- You can download files to print on the web and mobile apps.
Method 1: Using Your Desktop Computer
Step 1: Visit the Canva website in a browser and sign in with your account details.
Step 2: Create a new design or open an existing one. Make necessary changes using a feature-rich Canva editor.
Step 3: Click File at the top > expand View settings > enable Show print bleed to avoid unnecessary white edges when printing.
Step 4: You can also enable margins to ensure that essential design elements aren’t cut when printed.
Step 5: Select Notes at the bottom > enter the notes you want to keep separate.
Step 6: Click the Share icon > hit Download .
Step 7: Change file type to PDF Print , which is ideal for printing. Pick any option.
- Crop marks and bleed: When downloading your design, add crop marks to mark where to cut the paper.
- Flatten PDF: This option converts your design with several layers into one and ensures that all your Canva design elements are printed.
- Includes notes: You can add notes (as shown in the fifth step) with your design and download them as PDF.
Step 8: Lastly, pick a relevant Color Profile . Canva recommends RGB for digital use and CMYK for professional printing.
After downloading your Canva design, print it with your printer using the steps below.
Step 9: Open the desktop File Explorer or Finder menu and launch the PDF file in your preferred editor.
Step 10: Press Ctrl + P (Windows) or Command + P (on Mac) to open the Print menu.
Step 11: Lastly, select your Printer > set Layout > color print > finally, click on Print .
Also, if your printer isn’t working on Windows , check our dedicated post to fix the issue.
Method 2: Using a Mobile Device
Canva uses the same interface on Android and iPhone . In the screenshots below, we will use Canva for iPhone. You can also use it on Android to print your designs.
Step 1: Download and launch Canva on your iPhone, then sign in with your account details.
Step 2: Select your existing design and make edits. Tap the Share icon at the top and tap Download , then select PDF Print , enable flatten PDF , include notes if you want, and tap Download .
Step 3: Canva generates the PDF file on your phone and opens the share sheet. Lastly, tap Print > select your printer > enable the Print in Color toggle > tweak media quality > select Print at the top right corner.
Sometimes, the printer does not show up on the iPhone . If you experience this, check our separate post to fix the problem.
