Canva is a Windows software for designing Instagram stories, marketing videos, animations and other media content. A large library of shapes, frames, stickers, photos, charts and other graphical elements is available.

Design process

This application offers users a wide range of project templates split in multiple categories for easier navigation. It is important to mention that some content is provided on a commercial basis and requires a paid subscription.

After selecting the template you can add geometrical shapes, clipart pictures and other elements to the workspace. There is an option to upload custom images, audio tracks and video clips in various popular file formats.

Additional instruments

Drawing tools like pen, marker, highlighter and eraser are included. Users are able to adjust the color, size and transparency of every brush.

It is possible to create text boxes with beautiful fonts. There are multiple animation effects and visual filters for personalizing the scene.

Export

Finished projects can be saved as JPG, PNG, PDF, GIF, SVG and MP4 files. The output size is adjustable. You are able to compress the resulting package to save disk space.

Features

free to download and use;
allows you to design logos, animations, presentations and other projects;
contains a collection of shapes, frames, clipart images and audio tracks;
users can export resulting projects to various file formats;
compatible with modern versions of Windows.