Overview
This article provides step-by-step instructions for editing your existing Canva book cover for the 7-Day Publishing Challenge. You will learn how to access your cover drafts, make revisions, and download the final version for upload to KDP (Kindle Direct Publishing).
Prerequisites
Before editing your cover, ensure you have:
An existing Canva account (Canva.com)
A book cover draft created following Day 2 of the 7-Day Publishing Challenge
Access to your Canva Projects folder
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Access Your Canva Projects
Open your web browser and go to Canva.com
Log into your Canva account
Click on "Projects" in the main navigation
You will be directed to the Projects screen where all your cover drafts are stored
Step 2: Select Your Cover Draft
Browse through your projects to find the cover draft you want to edit
Click directly on the cover you wish to modify
The cover will open in Canva's editing interface
Step 3: Edit Your Cover
Click anywhere within the cover to start editing
Make any revisions you feel are necessary, such as:
Changing text content
Adjusting colors or fonts
Modifying images or graphics
Repositioning elements
Step 4: Download Your Revised Cover
When you finish making edits, click on "Share" in the top menu
Select "Download" from the dropdown menu
Choose "File Type" from the options
Select "JPG" as your file format
Click download to save the file
Important Notes
The revised cover will be saved to your Downloads folder automatically
This downloaded JPG file is the version you should upload to KDP
Ensure your cover meets KDP's technical requirements before uploading
Keep your original Canva project file for future edits