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How to Use Canva Templates Like a Pro

If you’ve ever seen a beautiful Instagram post, ebook, or business card and thought, “How do people make those?” — chances are, Canva had a hand in it.

Canva templates make professional-quality designs possible for everyone — no graphic design degree needed. And when you buy a Canva template from Affirmed Visionary, you’re getting a fully editable, brand-aligned tool to level up your business or personal brand.

Let’s walk through exactly how to use a Canva template like a pro, step-by-step.

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What Is a Canva Template?

A Canvatemplate is a pre-made design you can customise inside Canva’s free, beginner-friendly editor.

You can easily change:

  • Text
  • Fonts
  • Colors
  • Images
  • Layouts

Instead of starting from scratch, you start from success — and simply tweak it to match your own vision.

Why You Might Receive a Canva Template

Imagine scrolling Affirmed Visionary’s store and finding the perfect social media kit, lead magnet, or digital journal cover. You checkout and — instead of a static file — you receive a link to edit your own version inside Canva.

This gives you maximum flexibility to make it yours without tech stress.

How to Use Canva Templates on Desktop

  • Click the Template Link.
    It will open directly in Canva’s browser editor.
  • Click “Use Template.”
    This copies the design into your personal Canva account — free or Pro.
  • Customise Your Design.
    Change text, swap colors, upload your logo — make it uniquely yours.
  • Save or Download.
    You can export as a PDF, PNG, JPG, or simply keep it digital inside Canva!

How to Use Canva Templates on Mobile

On iPhone or Android:

  • Tap the template link.
  • It opens the Canva app (download if needed).
  • Tap “Use Template” and edit right from your phone.
  • Save or export when you’re ready!

Canva’s mobile app is powerful but still beginner-friendly — perfect for on-the-go edits.

Common Mistakes and Easy Fixes

  • Don’t edit the original template directly.
    Normally, click “Use Template” to create your own private copy.
    If you are taken straight into a design without seeing the “Use Template” option, don’t worry:
    Go to File > Make a Copy to safely duplicate it into your own Canva account.
  • If fonts or elements are missing:
    Some templates use Canva Pro assets. If you’re using a free account, simply swap for a free element or font.
  • Images not downloading clearly?
    Choose “PDF Print” or “High Quality PNG” when exporting your designs for the best visual results.

Bonus Tip: Master Your Canva Templates Like a Pro

  • Utilise the “Change All” feature to quickly swap fonts or colors across the entire design — it saves tons of time.
  • Always create two copies after opening your template:
  • One saved as a “Master Copy [Vendor Name] [Product Name] [Date]” in a folder called “Templates.”
  • One active working copy for editing.
  • If your template includes PLR or commercial rights:
  • Use Canva’s Magic Write (inside Canva Docs) to rewrite text in your own voice.
  • Customize colors, fonts, and swap out all stock images to make it fully yours — this is where having your Brand Kit ready becomes your superpower!

Ready to Keep Creating?

Ready for more beautifully designed templates?

Explore our free Magazine, The Visionary Starter Kit, packed with multiple Canva templates and creative resources — all ready for you to customise!
Grab Your Free Copy Here.

Want to take your Canva skills even further?

Check out the DQ Canva Academy hosted on Skool — where you’ll learn how to create your own digital products and edit PLR templates like a true visionary pro.
Join the DQ Canva Academy here.

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