How to upload and edit video and audio in Canva (7/10)

Introduction

Say Goodbye to Complex Video Editing Tools

We've made video creation simple for everyone by packing our library with thousands of templates, stock videos, animated graphics, and music tracks. Let's explore what it's like to work with video and audio in Canva.

Getting Started with Video

New Video and Template Categories

Start by creating a new video. You'll find various video template categories to choose from. Stick with the standard video size to get started.

The Video Timeline

When editing video and audio, you’ll use the video timeline instead of pages to visualize your project. This black line and triangle, called the playhead, shows what will be on the screen at a particular time. You can drag it to fast forward or rewind your preview.

Begin with a template or start dragging content into your design. Choose a template and customize it as you like.

Customizing Your Video

Adding Videos from the Library

Duplicate a scene to add a new video. Access Canva's video library from the elements tab and add the videos tab to your sidebar. Search for a video and drag it to the background. Trim the clip by dragging the edges of the scene in the timeline.

Uploading Videos

Click the uploads tab, then “upload media” and “device” to upload your own file. The uploaded file will be saved in the uploads tab for future use. This also works for audio files.

Recording Directly

Record Yourself

Use your computer's built-in camera and microphone to record yourself. You can pause and resume the recording as needed. The final recording is saved in the uploads tab.

Cool Animations and Transitions

Animating Elements

Click any element, then “animate” in the toolbar to see page and text animations. Page animations apply to all elements, whereas text animations affect only the selected text element.

Adding Transitions

Add a transition between scenes by choosing one from the variety available. This enhances the flow of your video.

Adding Music

Searching for Audio

Use the elements tab to search for audio. Drag your selected track into the timeline to add it to your video.

Final Preview and Download

Play back the video to preview the entire project. Once satisfied, download it as an mp4 video.

Final Step

Now you’ve mastered video creation with Canva! Download your project and share it with the world.

Keywords

• Canva
• Video Editing
• Templates
• Stock Videos
• Animated Graphics
• Music Tracks
• Playhead
• Video Library
• Upload
• Record

FAQs

1. How do I start a new video project in Canva?

Begin by selecting a new video and choosing a template from the various categories available.

2. How can I visualize my video project timeline?

Use the video timeline, where the playhead shows you what will be on screen at any given time.

3. How do I add videos from Canva's library?

Access the video library from the elements tab and drag your chosen video to the background.

4. Can I upload my own videos to Canva?

Yes, use the uploads tab to upload videos from your device. They’ll be saved for future use.

5. How can I record video directly onto Canva?

Use your computer’s built-in camera and microphone to record directly. The recording will be saved in the uploads tab.

6. What are page and text animations?

Page animations apply effects to all elements on a page, whereas text animations apply to selected text elements only.

7. How do I add transitions between scenes?

You can choose from a variety of transitions in the editor to enhance video flow.

8. How can I add music to my video?

Search for audio in the elements tab, then drag your chosen track into the timeline.

9. How do I download my completed video project?

Click the download button and choose to download as an mp4 video file.