How to Ungroup in Canva
- George Apostolov
How to Ungroup in Canva: step-by-step guide
Open an existing design.
Click on the elements you want to group by holding 'SHIFT' on your keyboard.
On the floating toolbar, click 'Group'.
To ungroup, click 'Ungroup' from the floating toolbar.
Quick answer: To ungroup items in Canva, open an existing design, select the grouped elements by holding SHIFT, click Group on the floating toolbar, and then click Ungroup from the same toolbar to separate them.
About this Canva tutorial
Separate grouped elements easily in Canva by selecting them and using the Ungroup option on the floating toolbar. This guide shows how to ungroup in Canva in 4 steps, starting with "Open an existing design" and finishing with "To ungroup, click 'Ungroup' from the floating toolbar". 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 ungroup in Canva?
4 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 Unlock a Page in Canva, How to Upload AI File to Canva and How to Use AI in Canva. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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