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Is Photoshop or Canva Better?

Last updated on September 27, 2022 @ 4:15 pm

As a graphic designer, I am often asked by friends and family which program they should use when starting out – Photoshop or Canva? And while I think both have a lot to offer users, I always recommend Photoshop. Here’s why:

1. Photoshop has more features and capabilities. When it comes to features and capabilities, Photoshop is miles ahead of Canva.

With Photoshop, you can do things like remove objects from photos, create double exposures, add textured overlays, and so much more. Canva is limited in comparison.

2. Photoshop offers more control. In Photoshop, you have complete control over your design.

You can tweak every little detail until it’s just right. With Canva, you are limited to the templates and tools that they provide. This can be constricting for some designers.

3. Photoshop files are more versatile. When you save a file in Photoshop, you can choose from a variety of file formats (JPEG, PNG, TIFF, etc.).

This gives you more control over how the file will be used. For example, you could save a photo as a JPEG for web use or as a TIFF for print. With Canva, you are limited to PNG or JPG.

4. Photoshop skills are in higher demand. If you’re looking to start a career in graphic design or land a job at a creative agency, then knowing Photoshop is a must. While Canva is gaining popularity, it’s still not as widely used in the design industry as Photoshop.

Conclusion:

While both Photoshop and Canva have their pros and cons, I believe that Photoshop is the better program for graphic designers. It has more features and capabilities, offers more control over designs, and files created in Photoshop are more versatile. Additionally, skills in Photoshop are in higher demand within the design industry.

PRO TIP: Please be aware that Photoshop and Canva are two different software programs and cannot be compared in terms of which is better.
Morgan Bash

Morgan Bash

Technology enthusiast and Co-Founder of Women Coders SF.