How to Stretch an Image in Canva
·2 min read
In this article
Here's how to stretch an image in Canva
- Select your image by clicking on it to activate the editing options.
- Use the corner circles to proportionally resize the entire image.
- Drag the rectangular handles on the sides to stretch the image horizontally or vertically.
- Navigate to the 'Edit photo' option positioned above your canvas workspace.
- Select 'Crop' from the available photo editing tools.
- Click the 'Done' button to apply your initial adjustments.
- Press the 'Smart Crop' button to activate intelligent image stretching.
- Review your stretched image created through the smart crop functionality.
- Click 'Share' to save your final stretched image when you're satisfied with the results.
Ready to get started with
interactive demos?
Frequently Asked Questions
Corner handles maintain the image's proportions while resizing, preventing distortion. Side handles allow you to stretch only horizontally or vertically, which can distort the image but gives you more control over specific dimensions.
Canva
