4 minute guide · Creativity
Create your first social post design
A clear message and one simple visual.
Decide what the post should do
Choose one message and one action for your audience. Select the correct platform dimensions.
Describe your design
Give Canva a short brief with colours, mood and the exact text you want on the post.
Edit the details
Check generated text, contrast and image details. Use your own brand assets when available.
Review before sharing
Confirm asset licensing and export at the correct size. Preview on your phone.
A prompt to get you started.
Copy this into Canva and replace the parts in square brackets with your own details.
YOUR STARTING PROMPT
Create a simple social media design concept for [business or event]. The message is [message]. Use [colours] with an uncluttered layout, strong contrast and space for this exact headline: [headline].
This is an original introductory guide. Product interfaces can change; follow the current tool’s instructions and check its terms when using the result.
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