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Why Do My Canva Images Look Blurry?

Last updated on September 27, 2022 @ 3:45 pm

There are a few potential reasons why your Canva images might appear blurry. It could be due to the file type you’re using, the way you’re exporting your design, or the size of your image. Let’s take a closer look at each of these potential causes:

File type
The file type you’re using can have an effect on image quality. Canva recommends using PNG or JPG files for your designs.

These are both lossy file types, which means they will lose some detail when they are compressed. However, the loss is usually not noticeable and the files are much smaller than other file types like TIFF or BMP.

PRO TIP: If you are experiencing blurry images when using Canva, there are a few possible reasons:

1. The image you are using is low resolution. When uploading images to Canva, we recommend using images with a resolution of at least 100dpi.

2. The image has been stretched. When an image is stretched, it can become blurry. To prevent this, make sure that the image is the same size as your design before adding it to your design.

3. The image has been cropped. When an image is cropped, it can also become blurry. To prevent this, make sure that the entire image is visible in your design before adding it to your design.

Export settings
When you export your design from Canva, you can choose to export it as a JPG, PNG, or PDF. If you choose JPG or PNG, you can also adjust the quality settings. For the best image quality, we recommend using the highest quality setting possible.

Image size
The size of your image can also affect its quality. When you upload an image to Canva, we automatically resize it to fit the dimensions of your design.

However, if you try to stretch a small image to fit a large space, it will appear blurry. To avoid this, make sure to upload images that are at least double the size of your design.

Conclusion:
There are a few potential reasons why your Canva images might appear blurry. It could be due to the file type you’re using, the way you’re exporting your design, or the size of your image.

To avoid blurry images, use high-quality PNG or JPG files and export your designs at the highest quality setting possible. Make sure to also upload images that are at least double the size of your design.

Dale Leydon

Dale Leydon

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