Easy Tech TutsHow to Create a Scroll Animation in Canva Easily 2026
By Impran M N
A scroll animation gives your design a dynamic, eye-catching quality that draws attention as it moves. Canva makes this accessible without any coding, which is helpful for marketers and content creators building engaging social or presentation content. This guide walks through setting one up.
01Pick a design suited for animation
Scroll animations work best on video or presentation formats rather than static single-page designs.
02Select the element to animate
Click the text, image, or group of elements you want to move as the design scrolls.
03Open the animation panel
Click Animate in the toolbar to see the available animation styles, including scroll-based options.
04Choose a scroll or motion style
Select the animation that best matches the effect you're after, then preview it on the canvas.
05Preview and export
Play back your design to confirm the timing looks right, then export or share it as needed.
Frequently asked questions
Does scroll animation work on static image designs?
It works best on video-style Canva projects; for a static image feed, you'd typically use a carousel or GIF instead.
Are animation styles available on the free plan?
Yes, a range of animations are free, with some premium effects reserved for Canva Pro.
Can I animate multiple elements differently on one page?
Yes, each element can have its own animation style and timing applied individually.
How do I share an animated Canva design?
You can export it as a video/GIF file or share a live link that plays the animation for viewers.
Watch the full walkthrough
The same steps, demonstrated on screen from start to finish.
