How to Use Frames in Canva
- George Apostolov
How to Use Frames in Canva: step-by-step guide
On the edit toolbar, go to the 'Elements' section.
You can use the search bar and type 'Frame'.
You can also scroll down to 'Frames'.
Once you've found a frame you like, simply click on it, and it will be added to your design.
You can resize the frame by clicking and dragging the corners.
Click 'Uploads' to add a photo for your frame.
Click the photo to add in your frame.
Adjust the position and size of the photo.
Once done, save your design by clicking 'Share'.
Quick answer: To use frames in Canva, go to Elements on the edit toolbar, search or scroll for a frame, and click it to add to your design. Resize the frame by dragging corners, select Uploads to add a photo, click the photo to place it in the frame, adjust its position and size, and save by clicking Share.
About this Canva tutorial
Add, resize, and fill custom photo frames in Canva with this quick guide. Choose an element, upload your image, adjust it, and save. This guide shows how to use Frames in Canva in 9 steps, starting with "On the edit toolbar, go to the 'Elements' section" and finishing with "Once done, save your design by clicking 'Share'". 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 use Frames in Canva?
9 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 Use Magic AI in Canva, How to Use Magic Write in Canva and How to Wrap Text in Canva. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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