How to Erase background in Canva

Removing a background in Canva is a quick and easy way to create clean, professional designs.

Whether you want to make your images stand out or overlay them on different backgrounds, Canva’s Background Remover tool can help.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to erase backgrounds using Canva.

How to Erase Background in Canva: A Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Open Canva and Choose Your Design

You can choose a design template or select "Create a design" from the homepage.

Step 2: Upload Your Image

Upload the image you’d like to edit by clicking on the "Uploads" tab in the left sidebar.

Click “Upload files” and select your image from your computer, then drag it onto your design canvas.

Step 3: Select the Image and Open the “Edit Image” Menu

Click on the image to select it. When selected, an “Edit Image” button will appear in the toolbar above.

Click this button to open editing options for your image, including effects and adjustments.

Step 4: Use the Background Remover Tool

In the “Edit Image” menu, scroll down and select the “Background Remover” option.

Canva will automatically analyze the image and remove the background, leaving only the main subject.

This feature is available with Canva Pro, so you’ll need a Pro account to access it.

Step 5: Make Adjustments if Needed

Once the background is removed, you can use the “Erase” and “Restore” tools to refine the edges of your image manually.

The Erase tool lets you remove any remaining background areas, while the Restore tool brings back parts of the image that were mistakenly erased.

Step 6: Save Your Image

After finalizing the background removal, click “Done.” Your image with a transparent background is now ready for use.

You can now download your image by clicking the "Download" button at the top right corner, selecting your preferred file format, and saving it to your device.

Conclusion

Erasing backgrounds in Canva can give your designs a polished, professional look with minimal effort.

With Canva’s easy-to-use Background Remover tool, you can isolate your subject, enhance visuals, and create more engaging graphics for any project.

Experiment with Canva’s editing options to achieve the perfect result for your design needs.

FAQs can come handy!

Do I need Canva Pro to use the Background Remover tool?

Yes, the Background Remover tool is a Canva Pro feature, so it requires a Pro subscription.

Can I manually edit the background removal in Canva?

Yes, after using the Background Remover, you can use the “Erase” and “Restore” tools to fine-tune the edges.

What file formats support transparent backgrounds?

To keep a transparent background, download the image in PNG format, as other formats may not support transparency.