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Canva: How to Remove Background Image in Canva

Learn how to remove the background from any image using the Background Remover tool

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Written by Aurora Saucedo

Usage

Use this feature to isolate subjects in photos, remove distractions, or create transparent backgrounds for use in other designs.

Platform

Canva


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Steps:

Open Canva and Start a New Design or Choose a Template

1. Open Canva and either start a new design or choose a template to work with.

Upload your image

2. Upload the image you want to edit by clicking "Upload your own" or choose an image from Canva's library

Select the Image

3. Click on the image you want to edit

Access the Edit Photo Options

4. Click on "Edit photo" in the toolbar above the editor

Choose BG Remover

5. Under the "Tools" section, click on "BG Remover"

Wait for Processing

6. Canva will automatically remove the background

Fine-tune (Optional)

7. You can use the "Erase" and "Restore" brushes to make adjustments if needed

Download

8. Once you are happy with the result, you can download the image with a transparent background

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