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How to use printable templates in Canva

June 30, 2025 by
How to use printable templates in Canva
Dad's Sons
Bring Your Memories to Life with Our Canva Photo Album Templates

Hello! Welcome to this guide. If you're here, it's because you have precious memories that deserve to be presented in a beautiful and unique way.

We've created these templates with you in mind. The goal is that, regardless of your tech skill level, you can create a spectacular photo album quickly and easily. You'll see how simple it is!

Before You Start: What You Need

  • The link to the Canva template we've provided.
  • Your photos ready: It's a good idea to have them in a folder on your computer for easy access.
  • A free Canva account: If you don't have one, you can create one in seconds at canva.com.

How to Use the Template: Step by Step

Follow these 4 easy steps to have your album ready.

Step 1: Open Your Personal Copy of the Template

Click on the template link you received. A Canva page will open showing you a preview of the design. Click the purple button that says "Use Template."

Important! Doing this creates a copy that's completely yours and private in your Canva account. Don't worry about modifying the original.

Step 2: Upload Your Photos to Canva

In the black menu on the left, look for the "Uploads" option (cloud icon).

Click the "Upload Files" button and select all the photos you want to use from your computer.

Pro Tip: You can also simply drag your photos from your computer folder and drop them directly into this section.

Step 3: The Magic! Fill the Album

This is the fun part.

  1. Click on one of your uploaded photos and, without releasing the mouse, drag it over one of the template's photo frames.
  2. You'll see the frame highlight. When you release the mouse, your photo will automatically adjust to fit. It's that easy!
  3. Repeat this process for all your photos. If you want to change the position of a photo within the frame, double-click it, and you'll be able to move it.

Step 4: Download Your Album

  1. When you're done, go to the "Share" button in the top right corner.
  2. Select "Download."
  3. Under "File Type," we recommend choosing "PDF Print" for the highest quality—ideal if you plan to print it.
  4. Click "Download" and that's it! Your album is now saved.

Step 5: Paste Your Photos

You have two options:

  1. Paste the photos as printed.
  2. You can crop them and add titles and descriptions to each one or all of them.