Import data into Canva Charts
Import data into Canva Charts from apps like Google Analytics, HubSpot, and more—or upload a CSV or XLSX file. If your chart is connected to a Canva Sheet in the same design, updates sync automatically without needing to refresh.
Import data into Canva Charts
Import chart data
Connect to data from Canva Sheets or connect to a data source app. You can also use a CSV, TSV, or XLSX file to import your data. For now, you can only import up to 1000 rows and 100 columns of data.
- Select or add a chart, then select Edit.
- From the side panel, click Import data.
- From here, you can choose to:
- Select Sheets to connect to data from Canva Sheets.
- Select a data source from the available options: Google Sheets, Salesforce, Google Analytics, HubSpot, World Bank.
- Upload a CSV, XLSX, or TSV file by selecting Upload data.
Tip: After your data loads, you can use Data Actions to clean and organize it before importing. See Clean imported data with Data Actions below.
4. If you chose a third-party app, sign in to the app (if required) and grant Canva permission to access your data.
5. Choose the specific dataset you want to use from the imported data.
6. Click Done to sync the data with your chart.
Clean imported data with Data Actions
After your data loads, you can use Data Actions to clean and organize it before importing it into Canva.
- Select Data Actions.
- Select a Data Action.
- Preview the changes.
- Select Save & Apply.
- To review your applied Data Actions, select Applied Actions.
Available Data Actions
Currently available Data Actions include:
- Find and Replace – Replaces values based on exact matches.
- Fill Blank Cells – Fills blank cells with a value you specify.
- Swap rows with columns – Switches rows and columns in the imported data.
Note
Data Actions only affect the imported copy of your data in Canva. Your original data source isn't modified.
Available Data Actions
Currently available Data Actions include:
- Find and Replace – Replaces values based on exact matches.
- Fill Blank Cells – Fills blank cells with a value you specify.
- Swap rows with columns – Switches rows and columns in the imported data.
Note
Data Actions only affect the imported copy of your data in Canva. Your original data source isn't modified.
Understanding chart data
When you connect a data app like HubSpot or Google Analytics to a chart, Canva creates a visual using that data. It won't insert raw data into a spreadsheet.
If you want to work with data in table form,open Canva Sheets and go to Actions, then Add data.
FAQs
Can I upload data without connecting an app?
Yes. You can upload a CSV or XLSX file up to 25MB.
Why don’t I see the refresh button?
If your chart uses data from a Canva Sheet in the same design, changes sync live and don’t require a manual refresh.
Why didn't my data show up as a table?
Charts created with third-party apps are designed for data visualization only. To work with raw data in cells, use Canva Sheets, and click Actions, then Add data.
Are third-party data apps available on Canva Free?
No. This feature is only available on Canva Business and Canva Enterprise.
Having trouble connecting a data source?
- Check your login credentials.
- Make sure your admin has granted Canva API access.
- Confirm your file format is supported and under the size limit.
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