Are you eager to give your Canva designs a fresh look but unsure how to change colors? You're in the right place! In this step-by-step guide, we'll walk you through the process of altering colors in Canva, from changing the color of text and shapes to modifying color schemes of entire designs. Let's dive in!
Before we begin, ensure you're familiar with Canva's interface. If you're new, don't worry – Canva is user-friendly and intuitive. Now, let's explore how to change colors in Canva.
Changing Text Color
Changing the color of text in Canva is a breeze. Here's how:
1. Select the text you want to change. A toolbar will appear above your text.
Using the Color Picker
The color picker is the first icon on the toolbar. Clicking it opens a palette of colors. You can choose from pre-set colors or input a specific hex code.
Hover over a color to see its hex code. Click on it to apply the color to your text. You can also adjust the transparency using the slider at the bottom of the palette.
Using the Color Palette
If you prefer, you can use the color palette instead. Click on the color palette icon (next to the color picker). This will display a range of colors based on your design's current color scheme.
Click on a color to apply it to your text. You can also adjust the color's brightness and saturation using the sliders that appear when you hover over a color.
Changing Shape Color
Changing the color of shapes in Canva is just as easy. Here's how:
1. Select the shape you want to change. A toolbar will appear above it.
Using the Fill Color Option
The fill color option is the first icon on the toolbar. Clicking it opens a palette of colors. You can choose from pre-set colors or input a specific hex code.
Hover over a color to see its hex code. Click on it to fill your shape with that color. You can also adjust the transparency using the slider at the bottom of the palette.
Using the Gradient Fill Option
If you want to add a gradient fill to your shape, click on the gradient icon (next to the fill color option). This will open a gradient palette.
Choose a gradient color scheme, then adjust the colors and transparency using the sliders. You can also rotate the gradient using the circular arrow.
Changing Color Scheme of Entire Design
Canva allows you to change the color scheme of your entire design with just a few clicks. Here's how:
1. Click on the 'Design' tab in the top menu. This will open the design panel on the right side of your screen.
Using the Color Palette
In the design panel, you'll see a color palette at the top. Click on it to open a range of colors based on your design's current color scheme.
Click on a color to change the color scheme of your entire design. You can also adjust the color's brightness and saturation using the sliders that appear when you hover over a color.
Using the 'Match Colors' Option
If you want your design to match the colors of an image, click on the 'Match colors' option in the design panel. This will open a color palette based on the image's dominant colors.
Choose a color from the palette to change the color scheme of your entire design. You can also adjust the color's brightness and saturation using the sliders.
And there you have it! You're now a color-changing pro in Canva. Happy designing!