How Do I Resize an Image in Canva Without Cropping?

September 24, 2023 canva

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you need to resize an image in Canva without cropping it? Don't worry, I've got you covered! In this tutorial, I will guide you through the process of resizing an image in Canva while preserving its original dimensions. Let's dive in!

Step 1: Accessing Canva

If you haven't already, sign in to your Canva account. Once you're logged in, you'll be taken to the Canva homepage.

Step 2: Creating a New Design

To resize an image, we'll first need to create a new design. Click on the "Create a design" button located at the top right corner of the page. A drop-down menu will appear with various design options.

Select the desired design type from the available options. It can be anything from social media posts to presentations or even custom dimensions.
After selecting the design type, choose a template or start with a blank canvas.

Step 3: Uploading Your Image

Now that you have your canvas ready, it's time to upload your image. Click on the "Uploads" tab located on the left-hand side panel of the editor.

Click on the "Upload media" button and select your desired image file from your computer.
The image will then appear in your uploads folder within Canva.

Step 4: Resizing Your Image

To resize your image without cropping it, click and drag one of the corners of your image while holding down the Shift key on your keyboard. The Shift key ensures that the image maintains its original proportions.

Pro Tip:

If you want to maintain the aspect ratio but also make the image smaller, hold down the Shift key and drag any corner towards the center of the image.

Step 5: Positioning Your Image

After resizing your image, you might need to reposition it within your design. To do this, simply click on the image and drag it to your desired location.

Step 6: Saving and Downloading Your Design

Once you're satisfied with your resized image and its positioning, it's time to save and download your design. Click on the "Download" button located at the top right corner of the editor.

Select your preferred file format (JPEG or PNG) from the drop-down menu.
Choose the quality of your image, either high or standard.
Click on "Download" to save your design to your computer.

And that's it! You've successfully resized an image in Canva without cropping it. Now you can use this newfound knowledge to resize images for various purposes such as social media posts, blog graphics, or any other creative project. Happy designing!