Mirroring Text with Canva

Introduction

In a recent video demonstration, Brian showcased a technique for mirroring text in Canva. This method requires Canva for Work to be able to export text as an image with a transparent background. Here's a breakdown of the process:

1. Brian began by selecting the "Text" tool in Canva and typed out the desired text, in this case, "reflection," using a custom font.
2. After adjusting the size and style of the text, he chose a suitable background image, in this case, a lake scenery, and imported it into the workspace.
3. Since it's not directly possible to flip text in Canva, Brian copied the text, removed the background, and exported it as a PNG image with a transparent background.
4. The exported text image was then re-imported back into Canva as a photo and positioned precisely over the original text.
5. By flipping the imported image vertically and horizontally, Brian successfully achieved the mirrored text effect.

This quick tutorial showcases a clever workaround to mirror text in Canva, utilizing the platform's features effectively.

Keywords

Canva, Canva for Work, Text mirroring, Image editing, Creative design

FAQ

1. Can this mirroring technique be used with any text in Canva?

• This method works with any text in Canva, provided you have Canva for Work to export text as an image with a transparent background.

2. Are there limitations to flipping text in Canva?

• Canva doesn't offer a direct option to flip text, which is why exporting text as an image and re-importing it allows for the mirroring effect.