How to create a table in Canva

Creating tables in Canva isn't difficult. This article will guide you through the detailed steps of drawing tables in Canva.

If you're creating online content, you've probably heard of Canva. This tool has quickly gained popularity since 2012. It's now one of the most popular online image content creation tools for amateurs or those with limited design skills.

Essentially, Canva is an online graphic design tool for everyone, but it's more commonly used by small businesses and freelancers.

You can use Canva's basic tools completely free. However, if you want more options, you need to upgrade to Canva Pro.

You can use Canva for many different purposes, specifically:

• Graphic design for services, including advertising campaigns.
• Social media content on platforms like Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.
• Edit photos just like in Adobe Lightroom.
• Create a profile picture for YouTube.
• Designing resumes, creating presentations, infographics…

If you're using Canva to create presentations for work, to attract potential clients, PDFs, or anything similar, you might need to insert tables. The simplest way to do this is to take a screenshot of the table you've created somewhere else and then paste it into Canva as an image.

However, this isn't the optimal approach, especially if you want to change the data in the future or want to make copying data from the table easier. Below is a guide on how to create a table in Canva .

How to insert a pre-made table in Canva​

Access Canva​

If you're new to Canva, you should learn the basics of the platform first. It's a great tool for many different tasks, but it's also suitable for those who want to do simple graphic design.

This guide is for those who already have some experience using Canva. Of course, you'll also need an account. Log in to Canva and follow these instructions:

1. On the homepage, click Create a Design . You can choose any desired size so that the table fits the frame or page size.
2. Click the Elements tab on the left side of the new screen.
3. Scroll down to Tables .
4. Click " See all" to browse all options.
5. Click the table style you want to add to the workspace. You can also drag it onto the canvas.

That's it. Adding a table was easy, right? The automatic template available on Canva includes 3 columns and 4 rows. Don't worry, you can change it to your needs.

How to customize a table in Canva​

Like any other element in Canva, you can move and resize it. Additionally, you have many other features:

Adding rows or columns: If you hover your mouse over the border of the table, you'll see a plus sign. Clicking on it will add a row or column next to that border in Canva.

To delete a row or column: Click on a cell > press the ellipsis ( … ) above the column or next to the row. Select Delete row/column from the menu that appears.

To merge cells , select the cells you want to merge while holding Shift, then right-click and select Merge cells.

Change the border : Select the table and click the Border button in the top menu. You can completely remove the border using the Border Style button ; simply set it to 0. Then, you can choose to add borders to align lines or columns.

Change the color : You can change the border color in Borders . The cell color is the button on the left. This action will color anything you select, from rows and columns to cells.

These are the most basic ways to modify your table. However, there are many other options, such as cell spacing, as well as adjusting the cells to fit your content. You can customize the text you enter into the table and even add animations if you feel confident.

Furthermore, Canva also has a mobile app if you want to create documents on the go.

How to create a custom table in Canva​

Sometimes pre-made tables aren't what you want. That's when you can use one of these methods to create a custom table.

The first way to create a custom table in Canva is the simplest. It might seem a bit lengthy, but once you have the basics, creating one doesn't actually take much time.

This feature works in both the free version of Canva and Canva Pro.

Start by creating a document with the dimensions you want for the final product. Decide how many columns you want and whether you want them all the same size or some columns to be different sizes. Add a header to your page if you wish.

Next, create the first row for the first column. To do this:

1. Open the sidebar and go to Elements.
2. Find the Square and incorporate it into your design.
3. Change the size and shape of the square to the dimensions needed for a row or a column.
4. Move it to cell 1 if it's a spreadsheet.

Now that you have the beginning of the table, you can copy the cell and move it to the position for the second cell. If they are the same size, then you're done. If not, resize as needed.

If you want more columns, repeat the process again until you have enough cells for the columns. Now select both (or all) cells and copy them. Move the copy to the second row.

You can continue copying the row above, or you can use your mouse to select all four cells and copy them, then move them to the desired position. Continue repeating this until you have enough rows for the chart you want.

Then, if you want more than one page, duplicate that page. You can remove the header if it's not needed, take all the boxes, and center them on the page.

How to insert a table from Excel into Canva​

If you have a perfect Excel spreadsheet and want to upload it to Canva, you might encounter a problem. Canva won't accept Excel document uploads. But there are two options to solve this and help you insert your Excel spreadsheet into Canva.

To insert a table from Excel into Canva, you can drag the Excel table into your document workspace or take a screenshot and use the upload option to Canva. Open your Canva document and use the cursor to drag the Excel document from your desktop into your workspace. You won't be able to drag an Excel table into all Canva document workspaces – some workspaces won't accept it.

When the Excel spreadsheet is opened in a Canva document, you'll be able to manipulate it just like any other Canva design element – resize, copy, reposition, or delete it.

For more flexibility, take a screenshot of your Excel spreadsheet and upload it. To take a screenshot of your Excel spreadsheet, hold Shift, Command + 4 (for Mac) or Windows Key + Prtscn (for Windows).

Once your image is uploaded, you'll be able to use it in your Canva documents.

The above is the simplest way to create a table in Canva . Hopefully, this article is helpful to you.