How to Cartoonize a Photo in Canva – Step-by-Step Guide

This document provides a comprehensive process How to cartoonize a photo in Canva.
Follow these straightforward steps to cartoonize a photos effectively, ensuring they are polished and meet professional standards, ready for sharing or use.

You can easily turn your photo into a cartoon-style image using Canva's built-in tools and third-party effects like Cartoonify or Prisma. Here's how:

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Upload Your Photo

   • Open your Canva project.

   • Click Uploads in the sidebar and upload your image.

   • Drag it onto your canvas.

2. Edit the Photo

   • Click on the image to select it.

   • Then click Edit Photo in the top toolbar.

3. Access the "Apps" Section

   • Scroll down in the photo editor panel and click Apps.

   • Search for "Cartoonify", "Prisma", or other cartoon effects.

4. Apply the Cartoon Effect

   • Select your desired cartoon effect.

   • Click Apply or Generate (depending on the app).

   • Wait for the transformation to finish.

5. Customize the Style (Optional)

   • Adjust filters like intensity, brightness, or saturation depending on the app.

   • Some effects also offer different cartoon styles.

6. Download Your Cartoon Image

   • Click Share > Download.

   • Choose your format (e.g., PNG or JPG) and save it to your device.

Step-by-Step Guide: How To Cartoonize A Photo In Canva

Step 1

Begin by selecting any existing photo that you wish to cartoonize.

Step 2

Once you have selected the photo, navigate to the editor toolbar. Click on the 'apps' option.

Step 3

Go to search bar. Locate and click on the 'Reimagine' option.

Step 4

Please wait for it to load. Once loaded, Click 'Use Selected Image' to proceed.

Step 5

Click on the 'cartoon' option to apply that effect.

Step 6

Next, click 'generate' and wait for the process to complete.

Step 7

Once the image is generated, you can resize it or make additional adjustments.

Step 8

Once satisfied with the result, you can share the image as desired.

Pro-tips for cartoonizing a photo in Canva

• Use the Edit Image feature and apply the Duotone or Pixelate effects for a stylized cartoon look.

• Search for Cartoon filters in the Effects tab to instantly transform your photo.

• Adjust brightness, contrast, and saturation to enhance the cartoon effect for a sharper look.

Common pitfalls & how to avoid them while cartoonizing a photo in Canva

• Overusing filters can make the image look unnatural adjust settings gradually for a balanced effect.

• Using a low-resolution image may result in poor quality always upload high-resolution photos.

• Ignoring background elements can affect the final look consider removing or simplifying the background.

Common FAQs for cartoonizing a photo in Canva

How do I remove the background before cartoonizing a photo?
Use the Background Remover tool in Canva Pro to isolate the subject for a cleaner cartoon effect.

Can I adjust the cartoon effect after applying it?
Yes, you can modify intensity, contrast, and colors after applying the effect to fine-tune the look.

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