Canva Keyboard Shortcuts to Save Time Designing Graphics

Did you know that the secret to becoming a Canva design wizard and saving heaps of time lies in mastering a handful of handy keyboard shortcuts? It’s absolutely true, and I’m here to help!

I understand that in entrepreneurship, every minute counts. That’s why I’m excited to share with you some of my top-notch Canva tips and tricks to expedite your design process, leaving you with more time to focus on what truly matters in your business.

I’ve compiled an invaluable list of Canva keyboard shortcuts and hacks that have been game-changers for me. These are the little-known secrets that will transform your design workflow, making it faster, smoother, and much more enjoyable.

Get ready to dive in and discover how you can start saving tons of time and elevate your Canva game today.

Complete List of Canva Keyboard Shortcuts:

1. Copy: Cmd/Ctrl + C
2. Paste: Cmd/Ctrl + V
3. Quick Copy: Alt/Option + Drag
4. Add a text box: T key
5. Bold text: Cmd/ctrl + B
6. Italicized text: Cmd/ctrl + I
7. Underline text: Cmd/Ctrl + U
8. Increase font size: Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + >
9. Decrease font size: Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + <
10. Copy text style: Cmd/Ctrl + Option/Alt + C
11. Paste text style: Cmd/Ctrl + Option/Alt + V
12. Convert text to uppercase: Cmd/ctrl + Shift + K
13. Align text to the left: Cmd/ctrl + shift + L
14. Align text to the right: Cmd/ctrl + shift + R
15. Align text in the center: Cmd/ctrl + shift + C
16. Group elements: Cmd/Ctrl + G
17. Ungroup elements: Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + G
18. Duplicate elements: Cmd/ctrl + D
19. Select all elements: Cmd/ctrl + A
20. Deselect element: ESC key
21. Delete element: Delete key
22. Send elements backward: Cmd/ctrl + [
23. Send elements forward: Cmd/ctrl + ]
24. Send elements to back: Cmd/ctrl +Option/Alt + [
25. Send elements to front: Cmd/ctrl + Option/Alt + ]
26. Add a line to your template: L key
27. Add a rectangle to your template: R key
28. Add a circle to your template: C key
29. Constrain proportions while resizing: Shift + Drag Corners
30. Scale element relative to it’s center point: Alt + Drag Side Handles
31. Zoom in on your template: Cmd/ctrl + “+”
32. Zoom out of your template: Cmd/ctrl + “-”
33. Zoom 100%: Cmd/ctrl + 0
34. Zoom to fit: Cmd/ctrl + Option/Alt + 0
35. Undo an action: Cmd/ctrl + Z
36. Redo an action: Cmd/ctrl + Shift + Z
37. Add a new page: Cmd/Ctrl + Return key
38. Delete empty page: Cmd/Ctrl + Delete key
39. Add a comment: Cmd/Ctrl + Option/Alt + M
40. Select multiple elements: Shift + Click