How to Record Yourself (and your screen) in Canva 🔴

In this step-by-step tutorial, I'll guide you through Canva's awesome features for recording yourself, your screen, or both at the same time! Whether you're creating engaging video content, recording tutorials, or adding a personal touch to your presentations, this video covers it all. Stay tuned until the end for a special hack on recording your voice only in Canva!
I'll show you how to navigate the interface, adjust your video settings, and apply fun filters and effects to make your recordings pop. Learn how to position your video bubble, trim your clips, and use different frames to give your videos a unique look. You'll also see how to seamlessly integrate your recordings into your projects, edit clips, and manage multiple video elements. By the end of this tutorial, you'll be set to create dynamic, polished videos using Canva!
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00:00 Intro
00:28 An important clarification before we start
00:56 Accessing the Recording Studio in Canva
04:41 Recording Yourself (Talking Head) in Canva
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[@cybermaventech]

Thank you so much for this!!!!! I had no idea it was relatively easy to create talking head videos in Canva!

[@TeamRonDi]

Happy to help!

[@journeyforyourhealth]

I absolutely positively love this, period!😊 thank you so much

[@TeamRonDi]

Glad you enjoyed it Thanks for watching!

[@thecreativelady1908]

You read my mind with this video! Thanks!

[@TeamRonDi]

Perfect!

[@MUNENE428]

This video is full of value. Thank you so much, sir. I always enjoy your videos

[@TeamRonDi]

So nice of you 🙏✨

[@UltiThoughtz]

Thank you for amazing tricks

[@askaslam]

As an Indian I appeal to Canva to integrate recording feature for indian customers. Dont deprive us a brilliant feature of canva. Looking forward to hear from you soon.

[@TeamRonDi]

I agree with you, and would love to see that feature rolled out globally, including India. I hope Canva implements that soon 🙏

[@celeastar]

I still have difficulty in following as my screen does not look the same. In the US - changed from the app to the browser and still cannot find the thnumbnail view, duration I have, no thumbnail to even get to scissors. I love your channel, as I have learned so much. Truly appreciate all you do. You are my go to as an authority as both of you (Diana, too) do the best showings of how to utilize all that Canva offers You two are an inspiration beyond words. Many Blessings. Thank you for doing these.

[@p0werp0pster]

Yes, I am having the same issue.

[@TeamRonDi]

Thank you dear! Your message truly warms my heart Your screen might look different because you are still on the older version of the Editor... which is OK, nothing to do, just wait for Canva to roll the new one to more users. There should be a little arrow pointing down at the bottom of your screen, to get into thumbnail view.

[@AdamBaruell]

This is helpful!

[@TeamRonDi]

Glad you think so

[@naturallydope247]

This is actually a great video for easily doing voiceovers.

[@TeamRonDi]

Glad you enjoyed it 😉✨

[@iriskarakas8807]

Very helpful Ronny, I have been trying to find a way to fill the whole screen with my talking head for a long, long time!! Also the tipp about making the head transparent to hear only the voice is really helpful for me! So thank you.

[@TeamRonDi]

Glad I could teach you a thing or two with this video, Iris

[@marose.magpily]

You can also just right click on the video and Extract Audio then delete the video.

[@HillcrestDiction]

One can also send it to the back to have just the voice. Thanks for the tutorial.❤

[@TeamRonDi]

Indeed, send the the back or make it transparent.

[@FISCANADA]

Thank you sir.❤

[@TeamRonDi]

Always welcome

[@AleaseMichelle]

This was a great tutorials. Learned a lot. And the audio only hack was good one. Thanks.

[@TeamRonDi]

Glad you found it useful Michelle

[@tuulistewart5875]

This was cool!! I have asked about those before - now I have it!

[@TeamRonDi]

Thank you!

[@AnRAY5050]

Another great video, Ronny. Thank You!

[@TeamRonDi]

Glad you enjoyed it 🙏✨

[@hollicarter3216]

Always the best hacks!

[@TeamRonDi]

Thank you dear

[@amyspring8367]

Thank you! This is SO helpful!😊

[@TeamRonDi]

Glad to hear it was

[@4seasonshelf]

Thank you, love your tutorials

[@TeamRonDi]

Glad you like them

[@craftyartisan1122]

Thank you for the great help!

[@TeamRonDi]

Happy to help

[@dianneason]

Awesome video, Ronny! And duh! Make yourself transparent. Why didn't I think of that? 🤦‍♀️😉

[@TeamRonDi]

It's a simple hack, glad I made you discover it!

[@katbrown4166]

Thank you such for this super informative video. ❤

[@TeamRonDi]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@melissaw7]

Great video! It would also be great if you could have a live view of your camera in the bubble while doing a live virtual presentation. Thanks for sharing!

[@TeamRonDi]

Thank you Melissa Good suggestion!

[@DesignMyWebWorld]

This is so helpful, Thanks for sharing

[@TeamRonDi]

Always

[@Monas99]

hi, and thanks for this video. i appreciate it. would you please create another video on how to create a video presentation with slides in canva for video lessons? I don't want to show my face bc it's not important at all, i want to create a 15 min video lesson with multiple written slides that shows statistics and all the main discussion points as I'm talking through the slides in my video lesson. i want to know if Canva can create my slides if I input my written script for this lesson into canva, and I also want to know how can i synchronize my talking pace with every slide. i want to make sure the slides don't move ahead of my speech. this would be a great tutorial not just for me but for any business owner or digital creator who wants to create online programs. thank you so much!

[@TeamRonDi]

Thanks for the suggestion. Canva has the “Preaent and Record” feature that allows you to record your talking head or voice only and go through your presentation, slide by slide. This works in Presentation documents only ☺️

[@eddwow6824]

thank you very much rodni for this..

[@TeamRonDi]

My pleasure dear

[@MichaelKisyanto]

Tq so much bro, this is new for me how to record in Canva, before i always use Camtasia. Now i can create presentation and course in Canva. But the problem i heard the audio your record is not good, it is bad create course with audio like that.

[@TeamRonDi]

That’s because my main microphone was being used to record the tutorial. You can choose your audio input in order to have a clean audio, don’t worry 😉

[@BEATRIZMAG1111]

Hello! Watching your video and already gave like 102 🧚‍♀️✨🪄Thank you so much for sharing this content.

[@TeamRonDi]

Thank you too for watching

[@grantchatter]

Seems like a lot of us are getting the "Your microphone is being used by another application" when trying to set up the recording. I'm in Windows 11. Gave the in-computer mic every permission I could, drivers updated, still have the problem. No solution found on canva or google. Only one reddit thread that shared the same problem, and no real solution there. Ideas? Really good video - made me a new sub. Thanks!

[@TeamRonDi]

Sorry you are running into that issue with your mic. Unfortunately I can’t really help with system settings with “looking over your shoulder” 😅 I hope you figure it out ✨

[@grantchatter]

@@TeamRonDi Thanks for responding!

[@LEre-de-LArc-en-Ciel]

THANK YOU !!! I don't have to download Loom and Other stuff 😁😇💎

[@TeamRonDi]

No problem 😊

[@alicecellia]

excellent

[@TeamRonDi]

Thank you 🙏✨

[@AndyG5435]

I was just messing around with this yesterday. However, I had a hard time with a couple things: 1. The record screen option, doesn't record any audio, other than what the mic was picking up. Is there an option to get both the audio from my voice and the audio that's on the screen? 2. There was some limitations on the editing of what was on the screen. I wasn't able to, for instance, blur what was on the screen. I know other programs have these features, but I dont want to open yet another account with another program.

[@TeamRonDi]

Hey Andy, 1/ that depends on your system setting, you need to figure out how to record audio while screen recording ... it's a bit complex (on a Mac), but I know it's doable. 2/ yeah ... Canva is still not perfect for editing videos ... let's hope they keep improving it 🤞 Thanks for watching

[@RomarioCHVNNS]

Great vid! Is there a way to add a visualizer animation around your talking bubble?

[@TeamRonDi]

You could do that after filming, yes. By simply adding that animation or animated graphic near or around your talking bubble on your project (I mean once you’ve left the Recording Studio).

[@paulbruce4715]

Brilliant tutorial. Really informative and great pace. Is it possible in canva to change my talking head to an avatar or speaking graphic so that I don’t show my face?

[@TeamRonDi]

Thanks Yes, you can create an AI avatar using one of the Canva Apps, like HeyGen or D-ID.

[@MuzMURRAY]

I have a BBC TV (MP4) interview from 1970 onto which I can tack an end page credit, but I cannot add a title page at the front on the timeline below. Any ideas as to how I might manage this?

[@gcalandrino]

I don't have the same layout as you. Are you on the web or desktop app? What version are you running?

[@TeamRonDi]

web.

[@udo9999]

Great feature, thanks for the video. BUT: I tried to do it myself. I can choose the camera, I can choose the mic, BUT there is not the option above, where I can choose between "Camera", "Camera & Screen" and "Screen". What am I missing??? (I am not from India with perhaps your mentioned restrictions but from Germany).

[@TeamRonDi]

I'm not sure why you are missing these buttons 🤔 Maybe try to get in touch with Canva's support?

[@udo9999]

@@TeamRonDi Thanks!

[@angloland4539]

❤

[@hudadrollify]

Thank you for sharing. Is there any news about being able to annotate on our slides while recording?

[@TeamRonDi]

I'll ask around 😊

[@charlotteyoungbowens]

thx

[@DrOmarHaddad]

Great video. I have unrelated question with regards to the tool you are using to highlight the sections you are pointing to as well as the curved arrow. Could you share the name of that tool?

[@TeamRonDi]

Glad you enjoyed the video 🙌 Our video editing team adds these highlights and arrows manually with Premiere Pro.

[@DigitalOfficeatHome]

good because I have been recording my audio in Zoom and then bringing it in to add to my videos

[@TeamRonDi]

There you go, a new thing to try in Canva 😎

[@creativestrokes6699]

I am from India

[@TeamRonDi]

So, you don't have access to this feature, right?

[@ethiochill12]

Thank you in Advance for your Greats Videos, One Question When I share My Screen, There are many Shared Screens. what is the Problem?

[@TeamRonDi]

You might be sharing the screen you are currently working on ... try selecting another tab or window.

[@todaysdisciplesfellowship]

i am from india

[@fredje_s]

Hi Team RonDi, I have a question regarding the features of Canva. Is it possible to display the correct date and time in a video presentation? Specifically, I would like the date and time to be shown correctly from the moment someone starts playing the video. THX and keep up the good work.

[@TeamRonDi]

Hey there, I don't think we can do that with Canva at the moment 🥺

[@MuzMURRAY]

Thanks for all those neat tricks, Ronnie! But where is the Thumbnail button? I never saw where you clicked on it. And I don't get a timeline below my attempts at making videos either. I don't know what I am doing wrong. Also, if the video is more than 40 seconds long, the background remover doesn't work and says the clip is too long. Is that normal?

[@TeamRonDi]

Happy to help 😉

[@MuzMURRAY]

It is not possible to go directly to the Uploads button for recording. When I click that button it opens up as a page showing all my uploads. And there is no way to get from there to the studio. I am obliged to go to Search and choose 'Facebook Video' (or go to Video in the Menu bar) and choose a template, before I can get to the Uploads panel that allows me to record myself. And I don't get that pink strip of pages at the bottom. I only get one page. Nor does the talking-head bubble automatically appear. Little stuff like this throws me off balance, making it difficult to continue. What am I doing wrong? I have the impression I must be starting from the wrong place.

[@kodyglobalconsultsfarm]

This is so educative and informative. Thank you so much for the updates sir. I have a question for you sir. How do I become a canva content creator just like you?

[@TeamRonDi]

Thank you! Start making videos or creating content. Keep looking for ways to improve that content, each new piece a little bit better than the previous one ☺️✨ Stay consistent (even if you feel things are not moving)

[@kodyglobalconsultsfarm]

@@TeamRonDi Alright I will start as you gave me confidence sir 🙏

[@TauLim]

Please explain how do you zoom to certain parts of the screen when showing smaller details.

[@TeamRonDi]

Our editors do this manually in Premiere Pro when they edit our videos. With keyframes.

[@MyAgefulLiving]

@@TeamRonDi Thank you for your reply. Good video you have done.

[@joyisportable]

As always very helpful, however I everytime I tried to record the screen - I wouldn't get any voice. And when I tired Camera and Screen it would record 2 different videos in the same screen 1. the camera and 2. the screen and you would have to click play on both. How would I combine the two so they play together for a voice over the screen video? Is anyone else experiencing this also?

[@Chaelaz]

Screen recording is NOT available in the desktop App on Mac. Been requesting this FOREVER.

[@JillianKirbyphotog]

I just noticed that too! I hope that comes with the new version!

[@TeamRonDi]

Yes, it only works with the web version, which is a pity, I agree ☝️

[@d1andonlydp]

@@TeamRonDi 1. How can we switch to the new version of Canva? 2. How can I include more options in the left tool bar? Currently, I only have 8 options in the old version (dark): - Design - Elements - Text - Brand - Uploads - Draw - Projects - Apps 3. Can’t detach image when talking head is switched to a square instead of circle? 4. THANKS, mucho! 🙏

[@thevickyc1]

Anyone else frequently finding voice out of sync when recording as talking head? Any ideas Roni? Canva didn’t have an answer

[@Chaelaz]

@@thevickyc1 Usually that happens when you use two separate devices, say a webcam then a different microphone. In that case the video and audio are running from different inputs and those paths in the computer are not always processed equally so audio usually lags the video. If you can it is best to use a single device or some hub that allows both to be plugged into with one connection to the computer. More professional switchers and software have the ability to sync the audio by delaying the video. But I don't think that is a Canva feature. Do a Google search and you'll find more information.

[@jt.channing8701]

I seem to have the older version. There is no "Record Yourself" button in the Upload section. What kind of a project did you start with? Can the "Record Yourself" button be a different location? Thank you.

[@TeamRonDi]

The feature isn’t available in some countries, like India. Maybe you are in one of those countries ?

[@jt.channing8701]

@@TeamRonDi I'm in the US

[@MugabiJB]

Can I screen record any tutorial like power point, KZbin etc using canva?

[@TeamRonDi]

I'm not completely sure it will let you screen record KZbin... 🤔

[@dovetailtrinity]

Amazing! Thank you Ronny!

[@TeamRonDi]

My pleasure 😇

[@atalina08]

Is there a filter to use to show an animation of yourself that moves it's face/mouth, so I don't have to show my actual face? @designwithcanva

[@TeamRonDi]

Not in the Recording Studio, no. You can check out the AI apps, like HeyGen or D-ID

[@swathigolusu2987]

I need some guidance on Canva.. could you please help me?

[@TeamRonDi]

We have plenty of tutorials for you to learn here! Or we also offer paid 1:1 sessions here: superpeer.com/ronnyhermosa

[@Divyv520]

Hey Ronny , Really Nice Video . I can do better editing in your videos which can help you to get more engagement in your videos . Pls lmk what do you think ?

[@TeamRonDi]

Thank you, but our video editors are the best! We are more than happy with them

[@PaigeTJ]

Hello do you know why my screen shows multiple screen while I'm recording ? like a 3d dominion effect lol

[@TeamRonDi]

Because you are trying to screen record the screen/tab you are currently working in.

[@keliiwilliams8142]

Can you do this in Kittl?

[@TeamRonDi]

I’m not sure, Diana will create a tutorial about Kittl soon 🙂

[@Digital_Tom]

I haven't got the 'Record Yourself' button after I've clicked uploads, any suggestions why it's not there? Thanks.

[@TeamRonDi]

Make sure you are using Canva on desktop, via the web browser. Also, it’s not available in India, not sure where you are?

[@ruhi-y7j]

hey i am from India could you tell me how can I get the access of all these feature for live recording ?

[@TeamRonDi]

Unfortunately Present and Record is not available in India 🥹

[@MonicaMoveMIRealty]

What did you use to create this video?

[@TeamRonDi]

Our usual set-up: a combination of QuickTime Player to record our screen and OBS to record our talking head + Premiere Pro to edit. And of course Canva for our thumbnail and slides

[@MonicaMoveMIRealty]

@@TeamRonDi Very helpful - thank you so much!

[@bagitindia]

I have been wondering why I am not seeing this option. It’s not fair

[@TeamRonDi]

Canva explained it's a legal issue, in India.

[@mahmudulhossain837]

did this video editing with canva?

[@TeamRonDi]

No, we edit our videos with Premiere Pro 😉

[@Antisympathy]

I want to know how to set canva in dark mode‼️🤨 anyways is this process the same on mobile devices and iPad❓🤔

[@TeamRonDi]

You can find dark mode in your account settings. Click on your profile picture.

[@TeamRonDi]

And no, Record yourself doesn’t work on mobile.

[@nigel_g_richards]

RECORD YOURSELF isnt appearing on my Canva? Any clues as to what i ca do?

[@TeamRonDi]

🤔 Not sure why that is ... are you using the desktop web version of Canva?

[@manumartinezkcxu]

is the full version of affinity design suite available?

[@TeamRonDi]

Yes, affinity suite 2.5 is available here: affinity.serif.com/en-gb/

[@manumartinezkcxu]

When is Canva releasing the Affinity Suite? I joined the six month free trial yesterday (9th july)

[@gcalandrino]

I don't have the choice to select camera, screen and camera or screen only

[@TeamRonDi]

This could be because your system only has one camera?

[@gcalandrino]

@TeamRonDi Sorry, I meant I didn't have those choices. I only had the camera and microphone settings. Then, I realized that screen recording is only available on the web. It doesn't work with the desktop app.

[@readwithtutorkatie]

I’m on an iPad. I’ve been playing around with recording. If I try to record more than 5 minutes, it says it can export due to the file type. 😅

[@readwithtutorkatie]

Also. I don’t see the recording studio the same on my iPad as I see in this video. Could you do an another video talking about features that are different on the iPad?

[@TeamRonDi]

There might be a limit because of your Canva Plan, it's more a storage limit than video length I believe.

[@TeamRonDi]

We will consider that, thanks!

[@kanikajoshi2050]

Mine doesn't have record yourself button. Please help

[@TeamRonDi]

It’s not available in India, like I explain in the video.

[@RobelRoberto]

I'm just curious: why do you and your wife always face expressions of surprise, shock, amazement, and other unusual expressions on thumbnails? Humans are subconsciously drawn to human faces, and these types of thumbnails take advantage of that, compelling viewers to click on videos they might not otherwise have clicked on. Both of you are trying to capture our attention. It's getting old, and I suggest you show your standard faces. I would visit your channel without those funny expressions on the thumbnails.

[@TeamRonDi]

Thanks for the feedback on our thumbnails! We do need to snap some new photos for our new thumbs 😊 I promise to make a few "serious" faces, this time!

[@udo9999]

I had similar thoughts.

[@umarviews8797]

I am from Pakistan

[@TeamRonDi]

Hi 👋

[@NettysPoolofDesignz]

Can you use this on mobile phone

[@TeamRonDi]

I don't think so ...

[@holdthewinds]

Well this is frustrating. I'm a long time PRO subscriber and no where do I find any place in the uploads to "record yourself". I just do not have that option.

[@TeamRonDi]

Are you using Canva on a desktop? The web version? Try Google Chrome or Edge.

[@MyDeepak85]

My canva account has no option "Record yourself" though I am using the premium version. I am from India. Help Me Please. Thank You.

[@TeamRonDi]

Listen to my disclaimer at the beginning of the video about India.

[@markbrum]

When I try to use this, it says my camera and mic are being used by another application. I cannot see which! A tad frustrating. I disconnected from USB and reconnected. They are now working but also with terrible lip sync issues. Anyone else?

[@KevinJones-ru1ut]

have you tried opening up your audio MIDI set up and switching your output speakers to your interface or to the headphone jack Right click on the device you would like to switch the output for

[@TeamRonDi]

hope someone can help you with that!

[@uptosixphonics]

Yes, I have tried. It doesn't work in India 😢

[@TeamRonDi]

🥺 so sorry.

[@mschandan18]

Im from India😢

[@TeamRonDi]

Hello, and sorry this might not work for you 🥺

[@udo9999]

@@TeamRonDi How come it is NOT working in India???

[@akash-kumar737]

Now I understand why it doesn't work. Will need to use a VPN.

[@TeamRonDi]

Let me know if it works with a VPN 🙏

[@DeekshaV-z3c]

Record yourself is a good feature, but dosent work with Indian audiences! request to enable it Canva team

[@TeamRonDi]

We are aware of that feature not being available in India. I’d recommend you write to Canva directly to ask for assistance.

[@legendaryjunction]

Pin my comments 😂😂

[@TeamRonDi]

Give me a good reason to do so ... 😉

[@legendaryjunction]

@@TeamRonDi I'm the first person who do like,comment and share your video! ❤️