What does a blank canvas mean?

A blank canvas is an empty space. No elements exist, so you must start designing from scratch to create something. This tool is perfect for those with unlimited creativity who want to explore their full potential and originality through design.

What is the difference between a blank canvas and a template?

A blank canvas doesn't have elements. It's like a white piece of paper that can be transformed into whatever the creator wants it to be. On the other hand, a template has a pre-designed structure with various elements that can be customized in a fraction of the time. If you're interested in exploring our design templates, take a peek at our massive collection here. (https://placeit.net/c/design-templates)

What is the point of a blank canvas?

The purpose of a blank canvas is to give the creator complete freedom to express their ideas and creativity without any limitations. Therefore, the designer can experiment with all the available elements, such as colors, texts, images, shapes, forms, backgrounds, illustrations, and so on, to bring any idea to life.

Unfortunately no. For now, we encourage you to unlock your potential through the features our Blank Canvas tool has to offer you. However, if you're interested in us including this feature, please suggest it here. (https://placeit.uservoice.com/forums/923998-feature-suggestions)

Ultimate Guide to Placeit's Blank Canvas

Design anything from scratch and create unlimited, stunning design possibilities without templates. It's time for design to become more fun than ever!

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Table of contents

Say Hi to Our New Blank Canvas Tool No Rules. Design Your Way Head Over to Placeit Unleash the Power of Words Stand Out From the Crowd With the Right Graphics Make a Difference With an Incredible Background Get All the Sizes You Need in One-Click Share Your One-Of-A-Kind Creation With the World Last Words

Say Hi to Our New Blank Canvas Tool

Let us introduce our new Blank Canvas tool, which provides endless possibilities to design any idea online. Create anything from scratch and bring to life what you imagine. Arrange text, pictures, graphics, and backgrounds in your way. There are no rules! Feel free to design whatever you want. Anything is possible, from creating a poster for your Korean coffee shop to an Insta post with doodles about your favorite pet! Tons of ideas can be turned into a reality. You decide what you'll create today! Here are some features that will enhance your design experience like never before:

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Every detail is customizable

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Autosave your progress

Design on any device

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No Rules. Design Your Way

Let's explore each Blank Canvas component together to discover how it can help you get your desired look!

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And remember, it doesn't matter what section you start with; it isn't a step-by-step process! 😉

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Head Over to Placeit

First things first, open Placeit on your favorite device. On the menu, click "Learn" and "Tools". Search for "Blank Canvas" to create your first design without templates!

💡 Pro Tip: Register for free or sign up to save your progress!

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Unleash the Power of Words

Let's give the first strokes to your Blank Canvas.

Start by clicking "+ Text" to add a message or title. Choose from an endless array of color options by selecting a HEX code or one from our pre-established and ready-to-use hues gallery. Pick from over 13,500 free typefaces to find your perfect font match. Look for your favorite style or select one from our designer's suggestion list.

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Stand Out From the Crowd With the Right Graphics

Undoubtedly, graphics are the core of any design. You can:

Add from our gallery. If you're looking for some inspiration and top-notch images, our free library is a great place to start. Type a keyword to find a wide variety of graphics, and you'll surely find the perfect match for your idea.

Upload from your device. Upload your favorite illustrations, photos, or logo from your device to make your design unique.

A preview of how to customize a background with Placeit's blank canvas tool

Make a Difference With an Incredible Background

Now, let's move to the editor's right side: the background section. Here you can transform your canvas into something colorful. Use everything, from colors and gradients to images, to create your design.

Pick a color. Select your favorite tone from our color palette. Or simply insert a HEX code to get a specific shade.

Upload your own. Or browse our library of free photos to find the perfect one for your design. Type a keyword on the search bar, and you'll find tons of different assets for your concept.

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Get All the Sizes You Need in One-Click

Creating multiple versions of your design is easy and time-saving with Placeit's Blank Canvas. With one click, your creation can be resized to fit popular social media formats, allowing you to promote it across different platforms or experiment with other versions. On the editor, scroll down to find your preferred size, and Placeit will adjust your design automatically. Use the drag-and-drop editor to modify details if necessary.

😉 Note: We recommend making a copy of your original design before creating new versions to keep the authentic asset intact while changing the duplicate.

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Share Your One-Of-A-Kind Creation With the World

Sharing your design is as important as creating it. That's why we've made this process easy and fast. First off, to download, hit the "Download" button to receive your high-quality asset #madewithplaceit

To share via link. Select "share" next to the download button, and Placeit will automatically generate a link to share your design with anyone, regardless of whether they have a Placeit account or not.

On social media. Select "share", choose the platform you prefer (Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, or LinkedIn), and post your design instantly on your social media accounts.

Last Words

All right, we've come to the end of our design journey! Now, you have all the resources and tips to turn a blank canvas into a stunning and original creation. Our advice is to start thinking first about the concept and then get your hands on our Blank Canvas to unlock your creativity and design skills. Experiment with the graphics, photos, colors, typefaces, and backgrounds. But most importantly, trust your creative process. Last but not least, don't be afraid of your own potential! At first, it might look like it's not working, but in the end, you'll be amazed at the incredible results you can achieve. Start creating tons of truly unique assets today and unleash your creativity like never before with Placeit!

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