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Canva: Customizing newsletter design and adding links

Demo summary

The creator demonstrates editing placeholders, changing color schemes, and inserting links into the newsletter design within Canva.

Step-by-step

  1. Select a placeholder article to edit the text
  2. Replace template images with your own visuals by dragging them into the design
  3. Change the color scheme by highlighting elements and selecting new colors from the top menu
  4. Highlight the text or image you want to link
  5. Click the link icon in the top right menu
  6. Insert the URL and press enter

Options

  • Use Canva's library of images or upload your own
  • Link to external websites, social media profiles, or specific promotions

Watch out for

  • Check all links after inserting to ensure they navigate to the correct destination

Tips

  • Include a catchy headline to grab attention immediately
  • Use visuals to break up large blocks of text
  • Ensure the color scheme matches your brand identity for a professional look

All demos from “How to Make a Mailerlite Newsletter in Canva 2026 (Step By Step)

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  2. 0:581:59Customizing newsletter design and adding linksCurrentThe creator demonstrates editing placeholders, changing color schemes, and inserting links into the newsletter design within Canva.CanvaDesign a newsletter / email (drag-and-drop editor)
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Design a newsletter / email (drag-and-drop editor)

  1. 0:170:43Selecting a newsletter template in CanvaThe video shows how to search for and select a newsletter template within the Canva dashboard to begin the design process.@AnswerMode
  2. 0:581:59Customizing newsletter design and adding linksCurrentThe creator demonstrates editing placeholders, changing color schemes, and inserting links into the newsletter design within Canva.@AnswerMode