# How to Crop in Canva

> To crop in Canva, upload your photo from the edit toolbar, add it to the page, and select 'Edit photo'. Next, choose 'Crop', use 'Smart Crop' or an 'Aspect ratio', click 'Done', and save your design to keep the changes.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-crop-in-canva/
Apps: Canva
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a3a9bab56e05a00fe1b6e/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. On the edit toolbar, click 'Uploads'.
2. Add your photo by clicking the 'Upload files'.
3. Add the downloaded photo to your page.
4. Once the photo is added, click 'Edit photo' from the editor toolbar.
5. Select 'Crop'.
6. Click 'Smart Crop' to crop photos instantly.
7. You may choose under the 'Aspect ratio' for your desired form.
8. Once you're satisfied with the crop, select 'Done'.
9. Save your design to keep the changes you've made.