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How Do I Create a Word Search in Canva?

Last updated on November 16, 2022 @ 6:19 pm

Creating a word search in Canva is easy!

First, open Canva and sign in. Then, click on the “Create a design” button.

Next, select “Word search” from the list of design types. You will be taken to a blank canvas with a grid.

To add words to your word search, click on the “Add text” button. A text box will appear.

Type in your word and then click on the “Add” button. Repeat this process for all the words you want to include in your word search.

Once you have added all your words, you can style them using the text formatting options. To do this, click on the word you want to format and then select the desired option from the toolbar that appears above it.

Some things to keep in mind:

  • You can only have one word per line.
  • The maximum number of words you can add is 40.
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Happy creating!


Creating a word search in Canva is easy! Just follow the steps outlined above and you’ll have your own word search in no time.

Dale Leydon

Dale Leydon

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