Overview
Image to Frames is a Canva app that works directly within your Canva designs. Once you’ve created or imported a frame, you can use it immediately in your projects.Using converted frames
After converting an image to a frame:1
Frame appears automatically
Your converted frame appears in your Canva design immediately after conversion.
2
Add images to frame
Drag any image from your uploads or Canva’s media library into the frame. The image will be automatically cropped to fit the frame’s shape.
3
Adjust image position
Click on the framed image to adjust how the image is positioned within the frame. Drag the image to reposition it.
4
Resize and style
Resize the entire frame, add effects, or style it using Canva’s design tools.
Importing frames from Frame Library
1
Download frame
Download a frame from the Frame Library and save it to your device.
2
Open Image to Frames in Canva
Open the Image to Frames app from your Apps panel in Canva.
3
Import frame
Click “Import” or “Upload” and select the downloaded SVG frame file.
4
Frame is ready
Your imported frame is now available in your Canva design and ready to use.
Tips for best results
Frame sizing
Social media posts
Resize frames to match your platform:
- Instagram post: 1080x1080px
- Instagram story: 1080x1920px
- Facebook post: 1200x630px
Print designs
For print, ensure frames are high resolution (300 DPI) at your intended print size.
Image quality
✅ Use high-quality images:- At least 1080px wide for social media
- 300 DPI for print designs
- Clear, sharp photos
- Good lighting and contrast
- Low-resolution images (they’ll look pixelated)
- Blurry photos
- Images that are too small for your frame size
Positioning images in frames
Centering images
Centering images
Click on the framed image and use Canva’s alignment tools to center it perfectly. You can also manually drag until it looks right.
Focusing on important parts
Focusing on important parts
Drag the image within the frame to position the most important part (like a face or product) in the center or focal point.
Creating depth
Creating depth
Use frames with interesting shapes to create depth and visual interest. Layer multiple frames or combine with other design elements.
Common workflows
Social media posts
1
Create or import frame
Convert an image to a frame or import one from the Frame Library.
2
Add your image
Drag your photo or image into the frame.
3
Add text and elements
Add text, stickers, or other design elements around your framed image.
4
Export
Download your design and share it on social media.
Product mockups
Use frames to showcase products:- Import or create frames that match your product style
- Add product photos to frames
- Create consistent branding across all product images
Multiple frames in one design
Create layered designs:- Add multiple frames to your canvas
- Place different images in each frame
- Arrange frames to create visual interest
- Use frames of different sizes for hierarchy
Troubleshooting
Frame doesn't appear after import
Frame doesn't appear after import
Make sure you imported the frame into the Image to Frames app in Canva, not just uploaded it as a regular file. The frame must be imported through the app.
Image doesn't fit the frame
Image doesn't fit the frame
The image might be too small. Try:
- Using a larger, higher-resolution image
- Resizing the frame to match your image size
- Adjusting the image position within the frame
Can't resize frame
Can't resize frame
You can resize frames in Canva by dragging the corner handles. Hold Shift to maintain proportions. For exact sizes, use Canva’s resize tool.
Frame looks pixelated
Frame looks pixelated
Make sure you’re using high-resolution images. If you imported a frame, ensure it was imported correctly through the Image to Frames app.