Introduction

Welcome to our course banner showcase!

We utilized Canva’s innovative Magic Media Tool to transform text prompts into stunning image. This tool allowed us to create a visually appealing graphic that enhanced our course banner.

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Disclaimer!

To ensure the best quality for our course banner, we used a two-step process. The Magic Media Tool was great for creating the graphic, but the course title didn’t display properly. To fix this, we used a sample banner template (landscape) and incorporated the graphic designed via Magic Media. This approach allowed us to maintain visual appeal while ensuring the course title is clear and legible.

Here are the combined instructions on how to use the Magic Media tool and create a banner in Canva, so course developers can seamlessly integrate their generated media into a course banner.

Instructions for Using the Magic Media Tool

Open Canva:
- Log in to your Canva account. If you don’t have one, you can sign up for free.
Select a Design:
- Choose the design type you want to create (e.g., social media post, presentation, video).
Access Magic Media:
- On the left-hand side of the screen, click on the “Magic Media” button.
Choose Media Type:
- Select the type of media you want to create: photo, video, or animation.
Upload or Enter Text:
- Upload an image or enter a text prompt describing the media you want to generate. For example, you can type “sunset over mountains” to create a related image or video.
Customize Your Media:
- Adjust the style, layout, and animation options to fit your design needs. You can change colors, add filters, and tweak other settings.
Generate Media:
- Click the “Generate” button to create your media. Canva will process your request and display the generated media.
Edit and Finalize:
- Make any additional edits to the generated media. You can add text, stickers, or other elements to enhance your design.
Save and Download:
- Once you’re satisfied with your design, click the “Download” button to save your media to your device. You can choose the file format and quality.

Instructions for Using Canva to Create a Banner:

Open Canva:
- Log in to your Canva account. If you don’t have one, you can sign up for free.
Search for Banners:
- In the search bar, type “Banners” and select the appropriate template size for your course banner.
Choose a Template:
- Browse through Canva’s wide range of banner templates. Select one that fits your course theme.
Customize the Template:
- Click on the template to start customizing. You can change the background, colors, fonts, and other elements to match your course branding.
Add Your Generated Media:
- Click on the “Uploads” tab on the left-hand side and upload the media you created using the Magic Media tool.
- Drag and drop the uploaded media onto your banner. Resize and position it as needed.
Add Text and Other Elements:
- Use the text tool to add course titles, subtitles, and any other relevant information.
- You can also add icons, shapes, and other design elements to enhance your banner.
Finalize Your Design:
- Review your banner design and make any final adjustments. Ensure all elements are aligned and visually appealing.
Save and Download:
- Once you’re happy with your banner, click the “Download” button to save it to your device. Choose the desired file format (e.g., PNG, JPG).
Integrate into Your Course:
- Upload the banner to your course platform and position it as needed.

Resources:

Canva Magic Media: Turn Ideas into Images and Video!