# How to Cite in Canva

> To cite in Canva, select 'Uploads' on the edit toolbar to add an image. Next, click the 'Text' tab, select 'Add a text box', and type or paste your citation. Adjust the text size and position, add website names and URLs as needed, and finally save or download your project.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-cite-in-canva/
Apps: Canva
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a32c8ab56e05a00fd67c0/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. On the edit toolbar, select 'Uploads'.
2. Add an image you want to cite.
3. You can add text boxes by clicking on the 'Text' tab on the left-hand side of the interface.
4. Select 'Add a text box'.
5. Once you've added a text box to your design, type or paste the citation information into the text box.
6. Adjust the size and position of your citation text.
7. You can add more details like the name of the website and the URL for better citation.
8. Once you're satisfied with your design and citations, save or download your Canva project.