Add Canva designs to a Mailchimp email
Mailchimp
Demo summary
Shows how to open the email builder, drag an image block, and use the Canva tab within the Content Studio to sync and insert designs directly into a template.
Step-by-step
- Click Create, name your email, and select a template.
- Drag and drop an image block into the email builder.
- Click Add Image to open the Content Studio.
- Select the Canva tab.
- Click on a single image or click View Images for designs with multiple images.
- Click Sync and Insert.
- Choose a file type and click Sync Now.
- Select the specific picture and click Insert.
Options
- Click Refresh Thumbnails to manually view the latest changes from Canva
- Save the email as a template for future use via the Save and Exit dropdown
Watch out for
- Multi-image syncing behavior varies depending on your specific Mailchimp settings
- You must have the Canva integration connected before starting these steps
Tips
- Use the 'Bold' template under basic layouts for a quick start
- Note that Mailchimp automatically syncs multiple versions of a design at once to save time
Highlights
“Good work. Your Canva design is now synced with your template in Mailchimp.”
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