How to Flip Text in Canva

Quick summary

Canva does not have a dedicated flip text feature, but you can achieve it by adding a heading, exporting it as a transparent PNG, and re-uploading the image to use the built-in Flip tool. This step-by-step workaround lets you create mirrored or flipped text in any Canva design without third-party tools.

Steps

1. On the edit toolbar, choose 'Text'.
2. Choose 'Add a heading' to insert the text you want to flip.
3. Click 'Share' to open the save and export options.
4. Click 'Download' to begin the export process.
5. Under file type, select 'PNG'.
6. Enable the 'Transparent background' option.
7. Enable the 'Save download settings' option.
8. Click 'Download' to save the transparent PNG file.
9. On the edit toolbar, click 'Uploads'.
10. Choose 'Upload files' to import your downloaded image.
11. Click the downloaded image to add it to your design canvas.
12. Move the flipped text to the desired position so it aligns correctly with the original text.
13. With the uploaded image selected, click 'Flip' on the toolbar above the editor.
14. Choose 'Flip horizontal' to mirror it sideways, or 'Flip vertical' to flip it upside down.
15. Your flipped text is now in place — created without a dedicated flip text feature in Canva.