Easily remove the background from your images in Canva using the built-in BG Remover tool.
Removing the background from an image allows you to isolate the main subject, making it perfect for creating transparent overlays, placing the subject onto a new background, or using it in designs where only the foreground element is needed. Canva's BG Remover tool simplifies this process.
Here’s a step-by-step guide based on the provided reference:
Steps to Remove an Image Background in Canva
The process is straightforward and integrated directly into Canva's photo editing features.
- Select Your Image: Start by adding the image you want to edit to your design in Canva. Click on the image to select it.
- Access Edit Options: With the image selected, look for the "Edit Photo" option in the editing toolbar that appears above or next to the image. Click on it.
- Use BG Remover: Within the photo editing options, you will find the "BG Remover" tool. Tap or click on BG Remover. Canva will automatically process your image and attempt to remove the background.
- Refine the Result (Optional): Sometimes, the automatic removal might not be perfect. You can refine the result using the refinement tools. According to the reference, select Configure and drag the brushes across the portions you want to adjust. This allows you to add back areas that were mistakenly removed or erase parts that were missed.
Refining with Brushes
When you use the Configure option after applying BG Remover, you typically get two brush options:
- Restore: Use this brush to paint over areas of the background that were removed but you want to bring back (e.g., part of the subject's hair or an object that belongs).
- Erase: Use this brush to paint over areas that were not removed but you want gone (e.g., small spots of the background that remain).
You can usually adjust the size of these brushes for more precise editing.
When to Use Background Removal
- Creating product images for online stores
- Designing custom stickers or decals
- Making profile pictures or avatars with a clean look
- Layering subjects onto different scenes or textures
- Preparing images for presentations or social media graphics where the subject needs to stand out
Quick Recap
Here's a simple summary of the main action:
| Action | Tool/Option | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Select Image | - | Choose the photo to edit |
| Edit Photo | Button/Tab | Access editing features |
| Remove Background | BG Remover | Automatically remove the background |
| Refine (Optional) | Configure | Manually adjust the removal using brushes |
By following these steps using the BG Remover tool, you can effectively remove unwanted backgrounds from your images directly within your Canva designs.
