How to Make a Collage on Canva
- George Apostolov
How to Make a Collage on Canva: step-by-step guide
Create or choose a pre-made template for you to customise.
Click on the "Uploads" on the edit toolbar, upload the photos you want to use in your collage.
Once uploaded, simply drag and drop them onto your canvas.
Go to 'Edit photo' if you want to apply filters in your photos.
Apply filters or adjust the brightness and contrast of your photos.
Resize and rearrange your photos as desired.
Add text, shapes, stickers, or other elements to enhance your collage.
Once you're happy with your collage, click on the 'Share' button and save it.
Quick answer: To make a collage on Canva, create or choose a template, upload photos using the edit toolbar, and drag them onto the canvas. Next, edit photos with filters, brightness, and contrast, then resize and rearrange them. Finally, add elements, click the share button, and save your collage.
About this Canva tutorial
Design a custom photo collage in Canva by uploading pictures, applying filters, adjusting brightness, and adding creative elements before saving. This guide shows how to make a Collage on Canva in 8 steps, starting with "Create or choose a pre-made template for you to customise" and finishing with "Once you're happy with your collage, click on the 'Share' button and save it". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Canva interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to make a Collage on Canva?
8 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Canva data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Canva. Related guides: How to Make a Digital Planner on Canva, How to Make a Flyer Landscape in Canva and How to Make a GIF in Canva. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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