Designing An E-flyerÂ
- Create a free personal account on Canva
- Check out the flyer size by using the resize function. The most common flyer size is 8.5 x 11 in, which is the size of a standard piece of paper. Larger flyers can be 11 x 17 and smaller flyers 5.5 x 8.5.
- Browse the template library to search for a flyer template and type out your keywords e.g. âflyers.â
- Explore the different templates from your search, and choose your preferred one (Canva has thousands!) The templates are pre-set at the perfect size, so theyâll be easy to print.
- Letâs get designing! Make your flyer unique by uploading your own images. You can choose one from Canvaâs image library, which allows you to select or search for an exact image.
- Add your message using text. Canva has hundreds of free fonts to choose from, so you can say it in style.
- Change the background, change the colours⊠express yourself! Do all of these with Canvaâs colour and style palettes.
- Double-check that your image, text and all other elements are aligned. If not, move your hands around any of the elements and place it where you desire.
- If youâve got a brand logo, upload it as an image by clicking on the âphoto iconâ, and add it to your flyer design.
- You could also include contact information like your website, phone number and other details such as the name, date, location and time of your project.
- Once youâre happy with your design, tap the âDownloadâ button.
- Inspire others by sharing your flyer on social media using the hashtag #YouthDayofService #Youth4SDGs and tag “@leapafrica,” on Instagram; “LEAP Africa,” on Facebook and “@LEAPAfrica” on Twitter.
- Finally, check out this video for a visual representation of the tips and tricks shared above.
Creating An Instagram Post
- Open the Canva app and search âInstagram postâ templates.
- Select a template to customize. To design faster, we would encourage you not to start from scratch.
- Add an image from Canvaâs image or video library by simply clicking on the photo or video icon, search and select a sample image that you prefer.
- Once youâve chosen your image or video, easily adjust the colours and filters to your desired outcome
- You can also add and edit other elements such as text, shapes, frames, lines, icons and charts into your design by clicking on elements, searching and making your choice.
- Double-check that your image or video, text and all other elements are aligned.
- Now, you just nailed it! Tap the âDownload buttonâ to save and share your design. Preferably, all downloaded designs should be in Png. format (for images) or mp4. (for videos).
- Get people aware and excited about your project by sharing your design on social media using the hashtag #YouthDayofService #Youth4SDGs and tag “@leapafrica,” on Instagram; “LEAP Africa,” on Facebook and “@LEAPAfrica” on Twitter.