You can resize a video in Canva by uploading your video, clicking the three-dotted button on the toolbar, and selecting "Resize." Then, choose from preset video sizes or enter custom dimensions.
Here's a more detailed breakdown of the process:
Steps to Resize a Video in Canva:
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Upload Your Video: Start by uploading the video you want to resize into Canva. You can do this by dragging and dropping the video file directly onto the Canva interface or by clicking the "Uploads" tab on the left-hand side and selecting "Upload media."
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Open Your Video in Canva: Once uploaded, open the video in a Canva design. You can either create a new design or add the video to an existing one.
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Access the "Resize" Option: With your video selected, look for the three-dotted button (often labeled "More") on the toolbar above the Canva editor. Click this button.
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Select "Resize": From the dropdown menu that appears after clicking the three dots, choose the "Resize" option. A resize window will pop up.
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Choose a Preset Size or Enter Custom Dimensions:
- Preset Sizes: Canva offers preset sizes tailored for various platforms like TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube, Facebook, and more. These are displayed in the resize window, making it easy to select the optimal size for your desired platform.
- Custom Dimensions: If you need a specific size not available in the presets, you can enter your desired width and height (in pixels) in the designated fields.
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Copy & Resize or Resize: You will usually have two options after choosing a size.
- Copy & Resize: This will duplicate your current design and resize the new version, leaving your original intact. This is recommended to preserve your original version.
- Resize: This will resize the current design. It's useful if you no longer need the original size or are working on a copy already.
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Adjust the Video within the New Frame (If Necessary): After resizing, the video might not perfectly fit the new dimensions. You may need to adjust the video's position or zoom level within the frame to ensure it looks right. Click and drag the video to reposition it.
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Download or Share: Once you're happy with the resized video, you can download it to your device or share it directly to social media platforms from within Canva. Choose your desired file format (MP4 is recommended for videos) and download quality.
By following these steps, you can easily resize your videos in Canva for various social media platforms or any other specific requirements you may have. This capability is particularly useful for creating content optimized for different platforms while on the go, especially with Canva's mobile app.
