If you want to create a gradient image background in Canva, start by clicking on ‘elements’ from the left side panel of your design. Enter letter frames into the search bar before searching through all types of gradients until one allows you to customize its colors.
Create a new design
Gradients add depth and volume to 2D designs, as well as contrast and focus. But using gradients correctly can be challenging; choosing the appropriate colors and applying them correctly are the keys to successful gradient usage. A gradient background can be used with text, images or both! In order to create one with Canva you will require either a computer, mobile device with its app installed as well as internet access along with an account at Canva.
Log into Canva and create your new design by clicking on the plus sign icon at the bottom of your screen, creating posters, flyers, social media posts or blog graphics based on any number of design formats such as posters, flyers, social media posts or blog graphics.
Once you have uploaded an image, browse the gradient options to select one that best matches your background. Drag its corners until they cover the area you desire. If you wish to alter its colors further, click on the rainbow-colored ‘+’ tile and use the eyedropper tool; this allows you to select colors from either your own image or customize any of the existing gradient colors by simply clicking.
To make your gradient appear more opaque, reduce its transparency level by clicking the circular icon in each color selection to adjust its opacity level. This will add contrast and depth to your gradient as well as make its colors more noticeable.
Once your design is complete, click ‘download’ at the top to save it as either JPG or PNG format to your computer. Additionally, share it with others using ‘share’ at the top-right corner.
Select a background
Gradient backgrounds are an effective way to add some color without overwhelming the rest of your design. Canva offers many gradient options in its Elements tab – simply search “gradient”. For optimal results, look for gradients where you can customize what colors blend together or lower its transparency to make it opaquer.
To create a gradient background with Canva, first select an image from either your library or upload your own. Next, navigate to the Elements tab on either the web (left panel) or bottom toolbar (app). Here, enter “gradient” into the search bar, and browse through each option available before choosing which gradient effect to apply.
Once you’ve selected a gradient, you can customize its colors by clicking each color stop and adjusting its opacity slider. This makes it easy to tailor it to match your brand colors or make it less prominent; also adjust brightness/contrast levels as necessary – for darker or lighter gradients!
Once your gradient is customized to your satisfaction, you can set it as your background by clicking on the background tab in the top-left corner and then choosing which gradient to use as your background. You can even add an overlay for additional visual flair!
Gradients can also be used to fill shapes or text in your design. To do this, locate an image in Canva library or gallery that you would like to use and drag and drop it onto your design canvas. Once happy with its placement and size, save as a PNG file.
Establishing a gradient background on Canva mobile can be more complex than in its desktop version. To begin, launch the Canva dashboard and tap on the plus sign icon located near the bottom-right of your screen before navigating to the template that needs it.
Select a gradient
Canva offers the Elements tab that allows users to easily add gradients to their designs. Gradients can be applied in backgrounds, text and shapes – though it takes some work and practice before reaching your desired look. You must know how to layer elements and images – though this can be daunting at first. With practice it becomes simpler.
At the core of creating a gradient background is choosing a starting color – you can do this using the gradient tool in Elements tab and selecting either from pre-selected palette or create your own. Once selected, adjust each opacity of each gradient color individually for greater impact or for subtler results – before using slider to alter intensity of gradient effect.
Once you’ve selected your gradient, it is important to make sure that it covers the entire canvas. To do this, click and drag each corner handle of your gradient until they touch each corner of your canvas – this allows for rotation if necessary.
Note that gradients cannot be altered in their direction as radial and linear gradients consist of two colors that blend. You can still alter their angle by clicking “Edit Gradient” and using its circular handle in order to alter its angle.
Not only can you adjust the angle and intensity of a gradient, but you can also alter its intensity using the “Intensity” slider in the toolbar. Raising its intensity will increase its intensity; decreasing it will reduce it. You can also alter its position with one click on “Position”.
Canva is a robust graphic design program, but it does have some restrictions. To use gradients effectively in Canva you will require both a computer or smartphone running Canva and access to reliable internet service; once these elements have come together you can begin designing with gradients.
Add text
Add some color and fun to your designs with gradient text that stands out against its background! This technique is easy to master and works on both free and paid Canva designs alike. Simply open your preferred gradient background as a background, type out letters or words using text tool and change font style & size until your design satisfies you – then export as PNG file when completed!
To locate gradients, open the elements window and search “gradient”. Here you’ll find various options suitable for backgrounds; some even come equipped with graphics and images! For even greater control over their appearance, search “transparent gradient” instead.
Once you’ve found the gradient that suits you best, simply select it and click on any of its color squares to customize the hues. Furthermore, you may opt to move or reshape it as necessary – creating custom shapes tailored perfectly to your design!
Adjust the transparency of your gradient background by clicking on the white panel at the top. This will lessen its transparency so that photos added to Canva designs show through.
Another way to create gradients quickly and efficiently is using one from Canva’s gallery. This method makes for much quicker usage; simply import into your designs in just a few clicks! Unfortunately, however, these gradients don’t work on either radial or linear gradients but should still suffice in getting the job done.
To do this, first login to Canva and then navigate to the elements tab. Here, select either pre-set colors from Canva’s color wheel, or input your own using its color wheel interface. When you find a hue you like, apply it directly onto your gradient background!
