Dynamic guides in Canva Print
Dynamic print guidelines or dynamic guides simulate where the trimming, folding, or binding area on print products. These are activated on a design when the print order panel is open.
The guidelines help visualize the final product and adjust elements to ensure that any important elements won’t be trimmed off or obscured by binding before placing an order.
Dynamic guides are available for the following printable design types or products:
- Trifold brochures
- Bound Document
- Notebook
- Wall Calendar
Use dynamic guides in Canva Print
- Click on the Print with Canva button.
- Ensure that the design has enough pages:
- Wall calendar: 26 pages
- Bound document: 10 pages (minimum)
- Check and adjust each page to ensure that important elements don't overlap the trimming or binding area.
- Click the Download PDF to make it easier to review what your design will look like when printed.
- Once you’re happy with the revision you’ve made to the design, finalize your print order.
Tips on using dynamic guides
- Zoom in while in the editor to see how well your design elements align with the guides.
- Check and order through the website or Desktop app to better see if any elements fall on the dynamic guides.
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