Canva’s latest AI assistant update introduces a feature that lets users generate editable designs directly from text prompts. The tool now calls various functions to execute design tasks automatically. This means users no longer need to manually adjust layouts or elements after creation.
The update follows Canva’s push to integrate AI deeper into its platform. Previous versions allowed basic design suggestions, but this iteration performs multi-step actions. For example, a prompt like ‘create a social media post with blue tones and a modern font’ triggers the assistant to select templates, apply colors, and format text accordingly.
Canva confirmed the feature is rolling out to all users over the next few weeks. The company did not specify which tools the AI can call, but examples include template selection, color palette generation, and font matching. Users retain full editability after the AI completes the initial design.
The move aligns with competitors like Adobe and Figma, which have also added AI-driven design features. Canva’s focus remains on accessibility, aiming to let non-designers produce professional-quality work quickly. The company did not disclose performance benchmarks or user adoption metrics for the new feature.
This update arrives as Canva reports over 170 million monthly active users. The AI assistant’s expansion could further entrench Canva’s position in the design software market.
Source: techcrunch.com