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Canva is a powerful design tool that lets you create graphics, presentations, and social media posts easily on macOS.
Step 1: Open Your Web Browser
To start, launch Safari, Chrome, or any preferred web browser on your macOS device. You will need it to download the Canva installer if you plan to use the desktop app.
# Open Safari or Chrome from the Applications folder
open -a Safari
Step 2: Download Canva for macOS
Visit the official Canva website and download the macOS version. Make sure to get the latest version for full functionality and security.
# Example command to open Canva download page in default browser
open https://www.canva.com/download/mac
Step 3: Run the Installer
Once the download is complete, open the .dmg file from your Downloads folder and follow the instructions to install Canva on your Mac. Drag the Canva icon into the Applications folder when prompted.
# Open Downloads folder
open ~/Downloads
# Double-click Canva.dmg to start installation
Step 4: Launch Canva and Log In
After installation, open Canva from the Applications folder or Launchpad. Log in using your Canva account or sign up for a free account to start designing immediately.
# Open Canva from Applications
open -a Canva
Step 5: Use Canva Web Version (No Installation Required)
If you prefer not to install the desktop app, Canva can also be used directly in a web browser. Navigate to Canva.com and log in to access all features.
# Open Canva website in browser
open https://www.canva.com
