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Due to its advanced features, Canva has transformed the graphic design industry and introduced various useful tools, such as the Quick Response Code (QR code). This feature is essentially an optical label that can be scanned by machines to provide information about the attached item. In this tutorial, we will discuss the easy process of scanning a QR code in Canva.
Steps to Scan a QR Code in Canva
Step 1: Open Your QR Code Reader
If you’re using a smartphone, this will likely be an app that you’ve downloaded from the App Store (for iOS devices) or the Google Play Store (for Android devices). There are many free QR code scanning apps available, so choose one that suits your needs.
Step 2: Position the QR Code
Open the QR code reader app and position your device so that the QR code appears in the digital viewfinder. The QR code scanner should automatically read the code. Some scanners make a sound or vibrate to indicate successful scanning.
Note: If the QR code isn’t scanning, try moving your phone closer or farther away. Make sure that there’s enough light and that the QR code is not wrinkled or obscured.
Step 3: Access the Information
Now that you’ve scanned the QR code, the scanner app should display the embedded information. This can be a simple line of text, a URL, or other data types.
Creating a QR Code in Canva
While Canva doesn’t have a built-in QR code scanner, it does offer the ability to create your own QR codes. Here’s how:
Step 1: Open Canva
Go to the Canva website or open the Canva app on your device.
Step 2: Select ‘Create a Design’
In the top right corner, click or tap on the ‘Create a Design’ button.
Step 3: Choose ‘Custom Dimensions’
Next, select the ‘Custom Dimensions’ option.
Step 4: Input Your Dimensions
Type in your dimensions (700 x 700 px is often a good size for QR codes).
Step 5: Add a QR Code
Click on the ‘Elements’ tab on the left side of the screen, search for ‘QR Code’, and choose the one you want to add to your design.
Step 6: Customize the QR Code
Edit the QR code to add your desired link or information. Click on the QR code, and an editor should pop up. Enter your website URL, email, text or whichever option you need.
Step 7: Save and Download Your Design
Once you’re satisfied with your design, you can save and download it. Click on the ‘Download’ button in the top right corner, select the file type you want, and then click the ‘Download’ button.
