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Adobe Express is a handy tool for a variety of creative projects, and there are plenty of interesting things you can do with the app. This guide will show you some of the top projects you can take on with Adobe Express.
Whether you want to start freelancing as a designer or you’re just interested in creating alternative logos for existing organizations, Adobe Express is the perfect tool for designing logos. When using the app, you can create your own fonts, colors, and animations.
Adobe Express also allows you to change borders and layouts, and you can pick from various design assets such as textures and illustrations. Some of these are free, but you’ll have to pay for access to everything. The app also lets you change shapes and browse Adobe Stock.
You can add pre-made logos in Adobe Express, but you’ll need a premium subscription. SelectLogoson the Adobe Express homepage to get started.
2Instagram Stories
Putting more effort into your designs is one of the best ways toimprove the storytelling in your Instagram Stories. Adobe Express lets you create Stories from scratch, but you can also choose from several pre-designed templates. Like when making a logo, you can change colors, text, and more.
To design an Instagram Story from scratch in Adobe Express, selectInstagram Storiesat the top of the homepage. If you want to create a Story from an existing template, follow the below steps instead.
3Animations
If you want your work to attract more attention, you should consider making animations. Doing so is very easy in Adobe Express, and these are the steps you’ll need to follow:
QR codes help direct people to a website or your Instagram account. It’s pretty easy tocreate static and dynamic QR codes in Canva, but did you know that you can do the same in Adobe Express?
Once you’ve created your QR code, you may share it both online and offline. People will then be able to quickly access whichever page you want them to navigate to. The best way to create these is by using a pre-designed template. Search forQR codein the app’s search, pick the design you want to customize, and change everything until you’re happy with the end result.
You’ll probably have used GIFs to share memes, but they’re also helpful in several other situations. For example, you can use GIFs in blog posts, on social media, and even to demonstrate when you’re trying to convey something specific.
Adobe Express has a free GIF converter that you’re able to use online, here’s how to access it:
On your mobile device, you can instead select+and chooseConvert to GIF.
If you want to learn more about GIFs, see our guide onwhat a GIF is and when to use one.
6Social Media Videos
Videos, especially short-form videos like Instagram Reels and TikTok, have become an incredibly popular way of attracting people’s attention on social media. In the same way that it’s a good idea to customize your Instagram Stories, you should consider doing the same with your social media content.
Adobe Express is a helpful tool for making and customizing videos across several social media platforms. The easiest way to do this is via the Videos option, and here’s how to use it:
Having a resume that’s both good to look at and interesting to read will help you stand out when looking for a new job. Adobe Express has numerous templates that you can customize, and you can also make your own resume from scratch.
To create a resume from scratch, selectResumesin theStart from scratchsection before adding your own elements.
If you want to make a resume with an existing design, scroll down toResumesand choose your preferred option before customizing it further. It’s also worth readinghow to create a one-page resumebefore designing your own.
8Birthday Cards and Invitations
If you want to customize a loved one’s birthday card, you can do that in Adobe Express. The app has several designs for different ages and demographics, meaning that you’ll almost certainly find something to suit your needs. You’ll also find both horizontal and vertical designs, along with free and premium options.
To find the different birthday cards in Adobe Express, search forbirthday cardand pick the best option. You may also want to check out thesewebsites to easily create and send cards.
9YouTube Thumbnails
YouTube thumbnails are a great way to make your videos stand out. Whileclickbait is one of the biggest bad habits you should avoid, you should still make your thumbnails visually appealing. Adobe Express lets you do that by customizing your content however you want.
Like with many things on this list, you can either create thumbnails from scratch or choose from pre-designed templates. Go toStart from scratchto create a new design with the necessary dimensions for a YouTube thumbnail. Otherwise, search forYouTube thumbnailsand customize them however you want.
Adobe Express is an excellent tool for creating new designs, with plenty of pre-designed templates available. You can also choose to make your own from scratch. Whether you’re using Adobe Express on mobile or desktop, consider using the app for any of the abovementioned projects and see how creative you can get.
