Print How-to: Canva Double-Sided Business Cards

In today's digital age, business cards might seem old-fashioned, but they're still a vital networking tool. Standing out by having unique, visually appealing business cards can leave a memorable impression. Canva, an online design platform, allows you to create stunning double-sided business cards with ease. Let's dive into how to print business cards from Canva, double sided.

Before we begin, ensure you have a Canva account and access to a printer. Also, make sure your design is ready, as we won't be covering the design process here.

Preparing Your Business Cards on Canva

Canva offers a variety of business card templates, or you can start from scratch. Once your design is finalized, it's time to set it up for print.

To set up your business card for print:

1. Click on the design to open the editor panel.
2. Select the Print tab from the right panel.
3. Choose Business cards as the product.
4. Set the quantity and pick your preferred paper type and finish.

Ensuring Your Design is Double-Sided

After setting up the print settings:

1. Click on Choose layout.
2. Select Two-sided.
3. Now, you can design both sides of your business card.

You can mirror your design on the back, or create a completely new design for the reverse side.

Reviewing and Ordering Your Business Cards

Once your design is ready:

1. Hit Review to check your design and print settings.
2. If everything looks correct, click on Order.
3. Follow the prompts to complete your order. You can choose to have Canva ship your business cards, or download the print-ready PDF to print at home or at a local print shop.

Printing Your Business Cards at Home or a Print Shop

If you choose to print your business cards at home or a local print shop, ensure you're using a high-quality, heavyweight paper (around 350gsm) for a professional finish. Always check your print settings, including:

• The paper size is set to Business card (3.5 x 2 inches).
• Scale to fit the entire business card design.
• Page orientation is set to Portrait.
• Print quality is set to the highest possible.

Printing Double-Sided Business Cards

To print double-sided business cards:

1. Set your printer to Print on Both Sides or Duplex.
2. Load your heavyweight paper into your printer.
3. Print a test sheet to ensure your design aligns correctly on the reverse side.
4. Once you're satisfied with the test print, print your business cards in batches.

Mastering this process allows you to create and print professional, double-sided business cards using Canva. With these steps, you're ready to elevate your networking game with stunning business cards.