Do you accept files created in Canva?
Definitive guide to correctly export your Canva files before printing
Yes, at Dushi we accept files created in Canva, as long as you export them correctly as PDF for printing, with activated bleed, in CMYK and in high quality.
Canva is an excellent tool for users without professional design experience, but it only works well if exported properly.
If you don't know in what format you should send your file, check:
👉 https://dushi.me/en/what-format-should-i-send-my-file-to-print/
What should I do before exporting my design from Canva?
1. Make sure to work in the final size
Before designing, define the final size of your project:
- Letter size: 21.5 × 28 cm
- Half letter
- Half legal
- Covers for books
- Custom sizes for catalogs or magazines
If you're printing a book, check:
👉 https://dushi.me/en/printing-services/book-printing/
2. Activate bleeding from Canva
In Canva, bleeding appears as dotted lines around the design.
You must make sure to:
- Stretch images and colors to the edge
- Avoid texts outside the internal guides
To know why bleeding is essential, check:
👉 https://dushi.me/en/what-are-bleed-margins-and-why-are-they-needed/
3. Use high-resolution images
Canva allows you to upload your images, but:
- They must be 300 dpi
- They must be in actual size
- Avoid WhatsApp images or screenshots
Related:
👉 what-quality-should-my-images-have-for-sharp-printing/
How to export correctly from Canva?
Exact steps to export your final file
- Click on Share
- Select Download
- Choose PDF for printing
- Activate the