Method 1: Add Audio Files
Since Canva has limited customization options, you must ensure the audio files are trimmed before uploading. Also, all your files must be appropriately named and uploaded to avoid confusion later.
Step 1: Open the presentation and select the slide where you want to add the voice-over.
Step 2: Click the Uploads section on the left and switch to the Audio tab to reveal all the audio files.
Step 3: Drag and drop the audio at the bottom of the selected slide, and position it appropriately using drag.
Repeat the above steps for all the slides. Once everything is in place, tap the Play button to view and hear your voice-overs. If you have missed uploading an audio file, you can manually do it when editing the presentation.
This method comes in handy when you cannot access the Present and Record option, which we have explained next.
Method 2: Present and Record
Canva has a built-in method—Present and Record—for adding voice-overs to already-made presentations. One of the most significant drawbacks is that you need a quiet room and don’t have the option to trim the recorded audio.
Step 1: Open the presentation and click on the three-dot menu at the extreme right corner.
Step 2: Select Present and Record from the list of options > Start Recording.
Step 3: It will prompt you to allow access to the camera and microphone. Since you only need to perform a voice-over, skip the camera permission and give access to your microphone. Once done, click on the Start recording button.
Step 4: Now, record your voice for all the slides. The slides with recorded audio are marked in red. Remember to move along the slides as the presentation asks.
When you need to pause, click on Pause. This way, you can also skip a few slides where you do not want any voice-overs.
Step 5: Once the recording is complete, click on Done at the top right corner.
Depending on the length of the audio and the presentation’s content, the download might take time.
In addition to the direct download, Canva allows you to copy and share the link to the presentation directly.
Method 3: Using AI
Many voice-over AI apps can connect to Canva and help you convert text to voice using multiple voice profiles. Here, we are using Murf AI.
Step 1: Open Canva, go to Apps, and search for Murf AI.
Step 2: Click on it, sign in using your existing account, or sign up.
Step 3: Once done, it will prompt you to use it in the existing or new design.
Step 4: In the Canva presentation editor, you will have access to Murif AI on the left, where you can select language, a voice profile, and a text box where you can type the text and choose style, speed, and pitch.
Step 5: Select the slide where you want to add the voice-over, click on Generate voiceover, and Add to the design.
It’s easy to add voice-over using AI apps, but there are limitations when using a free account. For example, Murf AI limits voice-over time to 12-15 minutes.
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Last updated on 23 April, 2024
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