Step-by-Step Guide: How to Do a Voiceover on Canva

Step 1

On the edit toolbar, click 'Elements'.

Step 2

In the search bar, type and select your preferred video.

Step 3

Once added, go to 'Apps'.

Step 4

In the search bar, type 'voiceover' then press ENTER.

Step 5

In the 'Script' section, write your preferred script for the voiceover.

Step 6

On the 'Speaker' menu, select your preferred speaker.

Step 7

On the 'Style' menu, select a style you want.

Step 8

Click 'Generate Audio'. Once done, the audio will automatically be added to your project.

Pro Tips for Doing a Voiceover on Canva

1. Log In to Canva
   Go to canva.com and sign in to your account using your credentials.

2. Open or Create a Design
   Choose an existing design or create a new one using a video template or a blank canvas.

3. Click on the “Upload” Tab
   On the left-hand toolbar, click the “Uploads” tab where you can find media options like images, videos, and audio.

4. Go to the “Audio” Section
   Inside the Uploads tab, click on “Audio.” Here you can upload your voiceover file or record one directly if supported.

5. Upload Your Voiceover File
   Click “Upload Files” and choose your pre-recorded voiceover file (MP3, M4A, WAV, etc.) from your device.

6. Drag the Audio Onto the Timeline
   Once uploaded, drag the audio onto the timeline of your Canva video to sync it with your visuals.

7. Adjust Timing and Placement
   Use the timeline controls to trim, adjust the start point, or sync the voiceover with your video content accurately.

Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

1. Voiceover File Not Supported
   Make sure your audio file is in a supported format (MP3, M4A, or WAV). Unsupported files won’t upload correctly.

2. Not Seeing the Timeline
   You need to be in video editing mode to view the timeline. If it’s hidden, click “Edit video” or choose a video template.

3. Audio Not Syncing Properly
   Drag the audio along the timeline to align it with the visuals. Preview multiple times to check timing.

4. Volume Too Low or Too High
   Click on the audio track and adjust volume settings to ensure the voiceover is clear and balanced with background music.

5. Using Free Plan Limitations
   Voiceover features like direct recording might not be available on Canva Free. Consider using Canva Pro or recording audio externally.

Common FAQs About Doing a Voiceover on Canva

1. How do I add a voiceover in Canva?
   Upload your voiceover file through the Uploads tab, drag it onto the video timeline, and adjust it to match your visuals.

2. Can I record voiceovers directly in Canva?
   Canva does not support direct voice recording at the moment. You’ll need to record using another tool and upload the file.

3. What audio formats does Canva support?
   Canva supports MP3, M4A, and WAV audio files for uploading into designs.

4. Can I add multiple voiceovers in one video?
   Yes, you can upload and place multiple audio clips on the timeline to create complex voiceovers.

5. Does Canva offer AI-generated voiceovers?
   No, Canva doesn’t provide built-in AI voiceovers. You’ll need to use external tools to generate them and then upload to Canva.

6. How to screen record on mac? 
   To screen record on a Mac, you can use Trupeer AI. It allows you to capture the entire screen and provides AI capabilities such as adding AI avatars, add voiceover, add zoom in and out in the video. With trupeer’s AI video translation feature, you can translate the video into 30+ languages. 

7. How to add an AI avatar to screen recording?
   To add an AI avatar to a screen recording, you'll need to use an AI screen recording tool. Trupeer AI is an AI screen recording tool, which helps you create videos with multiple avatars, also helps you in creating your own avatar for the video.

8. How to screen record on windows?
   To screen record on Windows, you can use the built-in Game Bar (Windows + G) or advanced AI tool like Trupeer AI for more advanced features such as AI avatars, voiceover, translation etc.

9. How to add voiceover to video?
   To add voiceover to videos, download trupeer ai chrome extension. Once signed up, upload your video with voice, choose the desired voiceover from trupeer and export your edited video. 

10. How do I Zoom in on a screen recording?
    To zoom in during a screen recording, use the zoom effects in Trupeer AI which allows you to zoom in and out at specific moments, enhancing the visual impact of your video content.