How to Use Canva AI Video Generator

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May 13, 2026

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Use this interactive demo to learn how to generate AI videos in Canva using Magic Media.

Quick summary

The Canva AI Video Generator lets you create short videos from a text prompt using the built-in Magic Media tool, without any video editing experience. Once generated, you can edit, customize, and share or download your video directly from the Canva editor.

Steps

Go to Canva and select "Video" from the homepage.
Select your preferred video format.
Open the Magic Media tool from the editor sidebar.
Click "Videos" within the Magic Media panel.
Enter a descriptive prompt to generate a short AI video.
Click the "Generate video" button to create your video.
Use Canva's editing tools to adjust text, images, animations, and transitions.
Click "Share" to download or publish your video to various platforms.

📌 Why this matters

Canva's AI Video Generator removes the barrier between an idea and a finished video by letting anyone create polished, shareable content from a simple text prompt. The Magic Media feature is built directly into the Canva editor, meaning users can generate, edit, and publish videos in a single workflow without switching tools. This matters for marketers, educators, and content creators who need to produce professional-quality video content quickly and at scale. By combining AI-powered generation with Canva's full suite of editing and sharing options, the feature significantly reduces the time and cost of video production.

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