9 WOW Updates! | New Motion Effects, Web & Presentation tweaks | What's HOT in Canva 🔥 [Ep. 31]

TL;DR

Discover the latest features in Canva, including motion effects on animations, animated captions, customizable whiteboards, custom thumbnails for websites, QR code entry for presentation remote control, and more.

Transcript

get ready to discover 9 new features in this new episode I'll give you a front row tour of everything that's fresh and exciting in canva from new design tools to Handy Integrations you will be the first to know so buckle up and let's have a look at what's hot in Canberra hey what's up everyone Ronnie here welcome back to our Channel this is the bes... Read More

Key Insights

• 🎥 Canva has introduced new motion effects for animations, including rotate, flicker, pulse, and wiggle. Pro users have extra options to customize these effects, and they can be combined for more interesting animations.
• 📽 Canva now allows users to add animated captions to videos, which are automatically generated. Captions can be turned on for all media or individual videos, but they cannot be edited. Multiple languages are supported.
• 🖌️ In the whiteboard feature, Canva has introduced configurable elbowed lines, allowing users to create custom sketches and flowcharts. Customizable elbowed lines with text have also been added.
• 🖼️ Canva now lets users upload custom images or thumbnails for their websites when sharing the link. This feature is available to all users on both desktop and mobile.
• 📑 Presenter mode in Canva now has the option to use QR codes for remote control, improving the ease of switching between slides during a presentation. Presenter notes can also be adjusted in size for better readability.
• 🗂️ Users can now bulk drag and drop files from the Canva homepage to organize them more efficiently. This feature is available on desktop only.
• 👕 In Canva's mockup app, users can now change the color of apparel in mockup images, allowing for more customization. This feature is available to all users.
• 🎉 Canva continues to add new effects, animations, and features to enhance the user experience for both free and Pro users on desktop and mobile devices. Regular updates make it easier for content creators to design and create engaging visual content.

Questions & Answers

Q: How can users add motion effects to their designs in Canva?

To add motion effects to designs in Canva, users can select an element, click on the animate button, and choose from the various available motion effects, such as rotate, flicker, pulse, and wiggle. These effects can be customized and combined to create unique animations.

Q: What are the benefits of using animated captions in Canva videos?

Animated captions in Canva videos allow users to automatically generate and display captions for their videos, making them more accessible and engaging. These captions can improve the viewer's understanding of the content and make it easier for them to follow along, especially in social media posts or presentations.

Q: How can users change the color of apparel in mock-up templates in Canva?

In the Canva mock-up app, users can select an apparel template, such as a T-shirt, and then drop their design onto the template. After selecting the design, they can click on the "edit" option and find the "color" feature. Users can then choose from a range of colors or use the color picker to select a custom color for the apparel.

Q: What is the purpose of the QR code entry feature for presentation remote control in Canva?

The QR code entry feature in Canva allows users to quickly and easily connect their mobile devices to the presenter view of their Canva presentation. By scanning the QR code, users can gain control over their presentation, navigate slides, and access shortcuts, providing a more convenient and efficient way to present.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Canva introduces motion effects on animations, allowing users to add rotating, flickering, pulsating, and wiggling motion to elements in their designs.

• Animated captions are now available in Canva, allowing users to automatically generate and display captions for their videos.

• Canva now offers configurable elbowed lines in whiteboards, making it easier to create custom sketches and flowcharts.

• Users can now upload custom images or thumbnails for their Canva websites, improving the visual representation when sharing the website link.

• QR code entry is now available for presentation remote control, making it easier for users to navigate their presentations using their mobile devices.

• Users can now adjust the size of presenter notes in the presenter view, allowing for better customization and readability.

• Canva now allows for bulk drag and drop functionality from the Canva homepage, making it easier to organize and manage files.

• The mock-up app in Canva now allows users to change the color of apparel in the mock-up templates, providing more customization options.

• Canva has made several UI/UX tweaks, including small improvements like the ability to change the color of T-shirts in mock-up templates and bulk drag and drop functionality.