Key takeaways:
- Use regular fonts instead of handwriting styles for better readability
- Adjust curve settings in Effects menu to form a circle
- Position first word at top-left for natural reading flow
Making text go in circles sounds tricky, but it’s actually super easy in Canva! 🎯 I’ve been playing with this feature and found some cool tricks to make it work perfectly.
Text that curves around in a circle can make your designs pop. Whether you’re creating logos, badges, or social media graphics, this technique adds that extra wow factor. 🎨
Table of Contents
How to Create Circle Text Step by Step
Getting Started with Your Text
Start by adding a text box to your design. Click on the “Text” option in the left sidebar and choose to add a heading, subheading, or body text. Type in your desired message[6-7,6-8].
Choose the Right Font
Pick your font carefully:
- Change the font, size, and color as needed
- Some fonts work better with curved effects than others[6-14,6-18]
Adding the Circle Effect
- Select your text box
- Click the “Effects” button in the top toolbar
- Look for the “Curve” option
- Use the slider to adjust the curvature until you get a perfect circle[6-9,6-11,6-12]
Perfect Positioning 🎯
Fine-tune your design:
- Adjust letter spacing if needed
- Play with the layout if text doesn’t fit perfectly
- Use the spacing button and slider to get the right look[8-23,8-24,8-25]
Pro Tips for Better Results
Text Readability
Keep these in mind:
- Make sure your text stays readable
- Don’t overdo the curvature
- Choose simple, clean fonts[6-17,6-18]
Direction Matters 🔄
You can:
- Reverse the curve direction
- Move the slider left-of-center to invert the shape[7-18,7-19]
FAQs
Can I use any font for circle text?
Not all fonts work equally well. Simple, clean fonts typically work better than decorative or handwriting styles[6-18].
How do I make the text curve the other way?
Simply move the curve adjustment slider to the left of center to invert the direction of the curve[7-18,7-19].
Can I adjust the size of the circle?
Yes! Use the slider to try different positions and adjust the curve to fit your text into the perfect circle[8-15,8-16].
Is this feature available in free Canva?
Yes, this is a relatively new feature that’s now available to all Canva users[10-1,10-2].
Can I edit the text after making it circular?
Yes, you can double-click the text to edit it at any time[6-7,6-8].
Credit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hhgwADtxP9I
