Make Vector Graphics From Images in Canva – Step-by-Step Tutorial
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Want to turn any photo or raster image into a clean, scalable vector graphic — all inside Canva? In this quick tutorial, I’ll show you step-by-step how to use Canva’s Vectorizer app to trace an image and export it as an SVG file (Scalable Vector Graphic).
We’ll walk through:
► Using the Vectorizer tool inside Canva
► Adjusting smoothing, curve fitting, and black & white settings
► Exporting as an SVG (with a transparent background) - Canva Pro required
Whether you're designing logos, illustrations, or digital assets, this is a quick way to vectorize without needing complex software.
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💡 CONTENTS
00:00 - Intro: Raster to Vector in Canva
00:11 - Finding a photo to vectorize
00:30 - Accessing the Vectorizer app
00:41 - Starting the vector trace
00:48 - Adjusting vector settings (color smoothing, curve fitting)
01:03 - Trying black and white mode
01:20 - Comparing color vs. black and white results
01:29 - Exporting as SVG (Scalable Vector Graphic)
01:49 - Opening SVG in Adobe Illustrator
01:58 - Editing the vector in Illustrator
02:07 - Final thoughts & closing
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👩 WHO AM I
Hi, I’m Kellie Crye Ward — a graphic and web designer with 20+ years of experience helping brands stand out through smart, intentional design.
On this channel, I make complex design tools like Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Canva feel simple and approachable — so you can design with confidence, not overwhelm.
Through CryeStudio, I teach creative business owners and aspiring designers how to create logos, marketing materials, and digital products that look professional and feel like you.
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