Search and import free SVG files directly to Canva

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Version
1.0
Update
January 10, 2025
Size
40.9KiB
Developer
bestofbhutan.com
Category
Users
0
Rating
1 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
ActiveTab
Storage
SidePanel
Scripting
Tabs
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SVG Importer for Canva Extension

SVG Search and Import for Canva is a powerful extension that lets you discover and instantly import SVG files into your Canva designs. Browse through a vast collection of SVG graphics and icons, and add them to your projects with just one click.

Key Features:

Instant SVG search with real-time results
One-click import directly into Canva
Color detection and automatic optimization
Support for both Canva editor and home page
Automatic color reduction for Canva compatibility
Preview SVGs before importing
Shows number of colors in each SVG

How it works:

Open Canva in your browser
Click the extension icon to open the side panel
Search for SVGs using keywords
Preview and select your desired SVG
Click to instantly import into your Canva design

Perfect for:

Designers looking to enhance their Canva projects
Content creators needing quick access to SVG graphics
Marketing professionals creating branded content
Anyone working with Canva who needs SVG assets

Technical Details:

Works with Canva's free and pro accounts
Automatically optimizes SVGs for Canva compatibility
Reduces complex SVGs to 5 colors maximum
Maintains vector quality during import
Compatible with all modern browsers
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "SVG Importer for Canva", "version": "1.0", "description": "Search and import free SVG files directly to Canva", "permissions": [ "activeTab", "storage", "sidePanel", "scripting", "tabs" ], "host_permissions": [ "https://*.svgviewer.dev/*", "https://*.canva.com/*" ], "side_panel": { "default_path": "sidepanel.html" }, "action": { "default_title": "SVG Drag to Canva", "default_icon": { "16": "icons/icon16.png", "48": "icons/icon48.png", "128": "icons/icon128.png" } }, "commands": { "_execute_action": { "suggested_key": { "default": "Ctrl+B", "mac": "Command+B" } } }, "content_scripts": [ { "matches": ["*://*.canva.com/*"], "js": ["content.js"] } ], "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" }, "icons": { "16": "icons/icon16.png", "48": "icons/icon48.png", "128": "icons/icon128.png" } }
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How to download and manually install SVG Importer for Canva extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install SVG Importer for Canva extensions for Chrome, you can search for them in the Chrome Web Store, clicking the "Add to Chrome" button, and following the straightforward process.

However, you may need to install SVG Importer for Canva extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install SVG Importer for Canva extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download SVG Importer for Canva extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a SVG Importer for Canva extension for Chrome, don't worry, it's a simple process. Just follow these easy steps, and you will have your extension ready to use in no time.

Step 1: Download the SVG Importer for Canva Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the SVG Importer for Canva extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the SVG Importer for Canva extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for SVG Importer for Canva extension that contains all the data.

Step 2: Extract &Arrange Files

Once the file is downloaded, extract that file into its own folder. Similarly, give that extension files a permanent home. In other words, keep it in a folder that you don't accidentally delete it because these files will be needed to make that extension work.

Step 3: Go to the Chrome Extensions Page

Open Google Chrome and in the address bar, type chrome://extensions; it will open the Google Chrome extensions page. Make sure that "My extensions" is selected in the sidebar.

Step 4: Drag and Drop the Extension

Now, go to the folder where you extracted the SVG Importer for Canva extension and drag &drop the extension file from there anywhere onto the extension page within Google Chrome.

Step 5: Complete the Installation

Once you drag and drop the extension file, follow the steps that Google Chrome takes you through. Similarly, if the extension file is of .crx file format, you will be required to review the permissions and then add the extension.

Now, you can manage that added extension as you would like to with any other Chrome extension that you added through Chrome Webstore. Its icon will also appear in the Google Chrome Menu on the right side of the address bar once you activate it.

Method 2: Download SVG Importer for Canva extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install SVG Importer for Canva extension manually, but the twist is that here, you install by enabling the developer mode option provided in Google Chrome. This mode is commonly used for testing extensions or running unpublished tools.

Step 1: Download the SVG Importer for Canva extension file

Select and download the SVG Importer for Canva extension by clicking the 'Download CRX' button on the website.

Step 2: Extract the downloaded contents

Convert the file to a ZIP file if it is in CRX format then extract the SVG Importer for Canva extension zip file or folder that you downloaded. Make sure you extract it using the same folder name and keep it safely in another folder, so you don't delete it by mistake. The extracted folder will be needed to keep your SVG Importer for Canva extension running.

Step 3: Open Chrome Extension Setting Page

In the address bar of Google Chrome, type chrome://extensions and open the Chrome Extension Page.

Step 4: Enable Developer Mode

After opening the Chrome Extension page, look at the top right side, and you will find the toggle option of "Developer mode."Simply enable that developer mode option.

Step 5: Load the Unpacked Extension

Once you enable the developer mode option, you will see the menu of Load Unpacked, Pack Extensions and Update. From that, select the option "Load unpacked."

Step 6: Select the Extension Folder

Once the pop-up opens upon clicking Load unpacked, select the SVG Importer for Canva extension directory and click on the "Select Folder "button.

Step 7: Confirm and Install

After you select an extension folder of a Google Chrome extension you're installing manually, confirm its installation for the final time and let the installation complete.

Conclusion

Here we've made a step-by-step guide on How to manually install SVG Importer for Canva extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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