Canva File Upload Fails When Trying to Reduce JPEG File Size
A paying Canva user attempting a simple task, reducing the file size of two JPEG images, found the tool unable to open the files at all. The user also felt the interface looks unprofessional and cartoonish for business use, prompting them to recommend Adobe instead for professional design work.
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