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Can You Make Flowcharts in Canva?

Last updated on December 3, 2022 @ 7:28 pm

If you want to make a flowchart, there are many different software options available to you. Canva is one such option.

Canva is a user-friendly graphic design tool that can be used to create all sorts of visuals, including flowcharts. In this article, we’ll show you how to make a flowchart in Canva.

To make a flowchart in Canva, simply sign up for a free account and then click on the “Create a Design” button. Next, select “Flowchart” from the list of design types. This will bring you to a blank canvas where you can start designing your flowchart.

There are three different ways to add elements to your flowchart in Canva:

  • Use the search bar: Simply type what you’re looking for into the search bar and Canva will automatically generate a range of options for you to choose from.
  • Browse the elements library: Click on the “Elements” tab in the left-hand sidebar and browse through the different options available. When you find an element you want to use, simply drag and drop it onto your canvas.
  • Upload your own images: If you have your own images that you want to use, click on the “Uploads” tab in the left-hand sidebar and upload them into Canva. Once they’re uploaded, you can drag and drop them onto your canvas just like any other element.

Once you have all of your elements in place, it’s time to start connecting them with arrows to create your flowchart.

PRO TIP: Canva is not a dedicated flowchart making tool and as such it has some limitations when it comes to creating flowcharts. For example, you cannot create connectors between shapes automatically and you have to manually add them. Additionally, the alignment and spacing options are somewhat limited compared to dedicated flowchart tools.
  1. Click on the first element in your flowchart.
  2. Click on the “Connections” tab in the right-hand sidebar.
  3. Click and drag an arrow from the first element to the second element.
  4. Repeat this process until all of your elements are connected with arrows.

And that’s it! You’ve now learned how to make a flowchart in Canva.

Conclusion, yes – you can make flowcharts in Canva! The process is relatively simple and user-friendly, even if you don’t have any prior experience with graphic design tools.

Morgan Bash

Morgan Bash

Technology enthusiast and Co-Founder of Women Coders SF.