⌨️ 10 Must-Know Canva Shortcuts for Faster Design Creation
- Rea Weeks
- Jun 19
- 3 min read
Hey there, creative friend!
Let’s be real: Canva is already a dream come true for designers, small biz owners, and digital product creators. But what if I told you that you could create even faster with just a few magical keystrokes?
Yes — I’m talking about Canva shortcuts that save time, boost your flow, and keep your creativity moving at lightning speed. Whether you're building an Etsy product, designing a printable, or posting to social media, these shortcuts will make your design process feel smoother and smarter.
Let’s dive in and turn you into a shortcut superstar! ✨
🎯 Why Use Shortcuts in Canva?
Shortcuts = more time for creating (and less time clicking around).
They help you:
Work more efficiently
Keep your design momentum going
Reduce frustration and repetitive tasks
Create products and content faster (hello, batch days!)
So grab your notepad — or better yet, save this post — and let’s boost your Canva skills!
⌨️ 10 Canva Keyboard Shortcuts You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner
1. Duplicate Elements Instantly
Shortcut: Ctrl + D (Windows) or Cmd + D (Mac)No more copy-paste fatigue — duplicate anything with one tap.
Use it for repeating shapes, text boxes, stickers, or layout pieces!
2. Group Elements Together
Shortcut: Ctrl + G (Windows) or Cmd + G (Mac)Select multiple items and group them so they move as one unit. So helpful!
3. Ungroup When Needed
Shortcut: Ctrl + Shift + G (Windows) or Cmd + Shift + G (Mac)Change your mind? Easily ungroup elements to move or edit them individually.
4. Bring Forward / Send Backward
Bring Forward: Ctrl + ]Send Backward: Ctrl + [Use these to layer your elements without touching the mouse.
5. Center Align Objects
Shortcut: Shift + Alt + C (Windows) or Shift + Option + C (Mac)Center your object perfectly in one keystroke — no more eyeballing!
6. Select All Elements on the Page
Shortcut: Ctrl + A (Windows) or Cmd + A (Mac)Great for changing fonts, colors, or duplicating full-page designs.
7. Zoom In & Out
Zoom In: Ctrl + +Zoom Out: Ctrl + -Perfect for adjusting those teeny-tiny details.
8. Lock an Element in Place
Shortcut: Ctrl + Alt + L (Windows) or Cmd + Option + L (Mac)Keep your background or base layers from accidentally shifting.
9. Toggle Between Pages
Use your Arrow Keys (← →) or click Page Up / Page DownNavigate multi-page designs (like ebooks or planners) like a pro.
10. Undo / Redo
Undo: Ctrl + ZRedo: Ctrl + Shift + ZBecause we all make design choices that need a quick rewind. 😅
💌 Want These Shortcuts as a Printable Cheat Sheet?
I created a FREE Canva Shortcut Cheat Sheet just for my email subscribers! It’s cute, color-coded, and perfect to keep beside your laptop for speedy designing.
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You’ll also get:
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Special discounts only for subscribers
🛍️ Looking for Canva Templates or Digital Design Tools?
Save even more time with done-for-you Canva templates, digital paper packs, and printable elements available in my Etsy shop.
Whether you're creating social posts, Etsy products, or planners, I’ve got the pieces you need to make it beautiful and easy.
✨ Final Thoughts
Canva is already a game-changer, but when you layer in these shortcuts? It becomes your superpower. 💪
Design faster, smarter, and more confidently — and spend more time on the fun stuff (like creating amazing things for your audience and your business!).
Which shortcut was new for you? Let me know in the comments — and happy creating!
With creativity & encouragement,
Rea 🌻Creator of A Rea of Treasures
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