Canva is a powerful design platform, famous for its ease of use and vast selection of design elements. One feature that has been a game changer for many Canva users is the ability to add videos to presentations. Whether it’s a marketing pitch, educational lecture, or interactive tutorial, adding a video can greatly enhance the impact of your presentation. In this blog post, we will guide you through the steps to add a video to your Canva presentation.
Step 1: Open Your Canva Presentation
Before you start, make sure you have a ready Canva presentation where you want to add the video. Log into your Canva account and open the presentation.
Step 2: Click ‘Add’ Button + Select ‘Video’
In the Canva editor, you will find a sidebar on the left side of your screen with various options. Click on the button named “More” and from the dropdown menu, select “Videos”.
Step 3: Select a Video
You will now see a variety of video clips in different categories. You can choose one from the Canva library or upload your own by clicking on the “Uploads” button in the sidebar and then the “Upload media” button. You can upload a video from your device, Google Drive, Dropbox, or Facebook.
Step 4: Add Video to the Slide
Once you have selected or uploaded your video, simply drag and drop the video to the slide where you want it to appear.
Step 5: Resize and Adjust the Video
You can adjust the size of the video by clicking on it and dragging the corners. To trim the video, click on the video once and select the “scissors” icon. A slider will appear at the bottom of the video allowing you to adjust the start and end times of the video clip.
Step 6: Play the Video
Once you’re happy with your adjustments, you can click on the “Play” button in the middle of the video to preview it. Remember to save your changes!
Conclusion
Adding videos in Canva is straightforward and can greatly enhance your presentations. Now that you know how to add a video to a Canva presentation, you can create more engaging and dynamic content for your audience. Happy designing!
