In today’s design tip, we’ll create a Desktop and/or Laptop Wallpaper Calendar using Canva.
Wallpaper often referred to as desktop background, desktop wallpaper, or background image is a digital image (photo, graphic, etc.) used as a decorative background.
We can easily create a custom wallpaper calendar for our desktop and/or a laptop in just a few quick steps.
In this tutorial, we’ll:
- Create a Wallpaper Calendar using Canva
- Change the Background in Windows 10 using the custom designed Wallpaper Calendar
I love using a wallpaper calendar as it helps me stay organized. I’m often referring to a calendar while using my laptop. Having one that is quick to reference serves its function, and creating one serves my passion for design. It’s a win-win!
The image below is a screenshot of my laptop. I created this wallpaper calendar in Canva, added it to my laptop via background settings, then repositioned my shortcut icons. It keeps my workspace tidy for quick reference.
Screenshot of my Wallpaper Calendar on my Laptop
I’ve included my short How-To Video below if you’d like to follow along that way. ♥
How to Create Wallpaper ~ Watch Via YouTube Channel
How to Create a Wallpaper Calendar in Canva
We’ll create our Calendar Wallpaper in Canva. If you’re using Canva already, you’re good to go. If you’re new to Canva, you can easily create an account for free here or click on the link below.
Okay, let’s get started. ♥
Once you’re logged in to Canva type “Desktop Calendar” in the Search option.
Or simply view templates here!
You’ll see hundreds of templates.
You can easily use the Filters: Category, Style, Theme, and Colour (Color) to narrow your search. They are located on the left-side panel.
Select your Template to use.
This will open your design in the editor, as displayed below.
Select text and elements to change font, size, and colour. Add photos and other assets as you’d like. If you’re not quite sure how to do so, this is covered in the video. ♥
When you’re finished creating your design, save and download.
We’re almost done.
Let’s add your Wallpaper Calendar to your desktop and/or laptop background.
How to Change the Wallpaper Background Image in Windows 10
The process is super easy in Windows 10.
Follow these steps:
- Go to Settings
- Select Personalization
- Background
- Under Background options select Picture
- Then browse/choose your picture.
Viola!
Canva is a fantastic creativity tool that makes design fun and it’s free! With its easy-to-use templates, we can easily design graphics for social media, marketing material, and so much more. Like desktop and laptop wallpaper!
TIP: With Canva’s Group feature, we can easily group elements to copy and/or duplicate. This is an awesome feature because some designs can contain so many elements that moving them individually can be a tedious, time-consuming task. Using the Group feature makes it super easy.
If you’re not quite sure how to group elements, feel free to pop by my recent blog post ~ How to Group and Copy Multiple Elements in Canva.
Do you use Canva? Have a tip you’d like to share? Please feel free to share in the comments below.
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Until next time … happy creating and blogging, my friends! ♥
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Great idea, Natalie! Thanks for sharing! 🙂
Always a pleasure, Yvette! Thanks for stopping by today. 🙂
Wonderful how to, Natalie. Thanks for sharing! Hugs 💕🙂
Thank you, Harmony! There are so many templates to choose from. I appreciate you stopping by and for sharing, too! Happy creating! xo
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I’m always looking at my hidden calendar. Good idea to put one on desktop! Thanks for the information, Natalie 🙂
Most welcome, Denise! It’s such a useful tool. I appreciate you stopping by and for sharing, too! Big congrats to you on your upcoming release. Cheers! xo
Lovely idea, Natalie – thanks for sharing. Toni x
Always a joy to share, Toni! I love my calendar. 🙂 Thanks so much for stopping by and for sharing, too. I appreciate you! xo
Silly question I guess but does the month change automatically?
Thanks for stopping by today. No, the month doesn’t change automatically. I create a new calender every month and then follow the process of uploading to my computer. Hope this helps!