How to Add Voiceovers to Canva Videos: A Simple Guide

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Canva has been a go-to for creatives for years now for easy, online creation and editing of graphic designs and videos. From social media managers to individual creators, and even pros, everyone seems to have used Canva. 

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But today, we're going to step it up a notch – let's talk voiceovers. Adding a voiceover to your Canva videos can make a big difference, whether you're working on a tutorial, product demo, or social media content. It's a simple way to give your videos that extra touch. Whether it's for a TikTok/Instagram clip, video for YouTube, or an engaging Instagram story, this tutorial should guide you through the process, ensuring professional grade content.

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Two Easy Ways to Add Voiceovers in Canva

Canva gives you two options for adding a voiceover:

1. Record your voice directly in Canva.

2. Upload an audio file.

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Let’s dive into how you can do each as each has their pros and cons.

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Option 1: Record Your Voice in Canva

You can record your voiceover right in Canva without needing any other tools. 

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Here’s how to do it:

Once you're happy with your video, click the three dots in the top-right corner and select "Present and Record". 

1. Allow Canva to access your mic if prompted and press “Start Recording” and read your script. You’ll see a waveform graphic that shows your voice syncing with the video.

2.  Once you're done, click “Done”, then listen back to make sure everything’s good.

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Although this is a simple option, this option has limited voice options including using voice clone your voices. Therefore we recommend option 2: 

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Option 2: Upload Your Own Audio File

If you’ve got pre-recorded audio, you can easily upload it to Canva. This is great if you're in a rush or working with an AI text to speech tool like Acoust AI. A simple yet powerful budget friendly tool for creating natural voiceovers. 

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Here’s how to upload your audio:

1. Use an AI voice generator like Acoust AI. Just copy-paste your script, pick a voice that fits your vibe, and hit generate. You can also use your voice clone  if required.

2. Once it sounds good, download the voiceover. Don't forget to jazz it up with music or other customizations.

3. Go to your Canva project, hit the “Uploads” tab, click the audio icon, and drag and drop your file into the timeline.

4. Make adjustments If needed. Tweak the timing, volume, or effects by clicking the three dots on the audio track.

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Now, hit play and make sure everything syncs up!

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FAQs About Canva Voiceovers

Can you do a voiceover on Canva?

Absolutely! Canva has a built-in tool for recording voiceovers. You just need a decent mic and a quiet space to get professional results.

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How do you add voiceovers to a Canva presentation?

You can either record directly in Canva or upload an audio file. Navigate to the “Uploads” tab, drop your file into the timeline, and adjust as necessary.

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Can I add multiple audios? 

Yep! To add multiple audio files, repeat the process. Canva allows you to layer multiple audio files onto a single video.

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Whether you record directly in Canva or use an AI tool like  Acoust AI, adding a voiceover to your Canva projects is quick and easy.

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P.S if you are looking for a easy video tool, try our video editor.

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