Canva has reimagined its Affinity suite, combining professional-grade photo editing, vector design, and page layout tools into one unified platform. The new Affinity Studio app introduces a redesigned interface and an updated brand identity, marking the next phase of the software’s development since its acquisition by Canva in 2024. The application is now free to all users.
Affinity’s new version integrates all design tools into a single workspace that supports both vector and raster editing, as well as document layout. Users can customize their workspace, rearrange tools, and create personalized studios tailored to individual workflows. These configurations can be shared with others, allowing creative teams to exchange work environments and methods.
Performance remains a focus, with real-time previews, GPU acceleration, and smooth handling of large files. The software continues to support non-destructive editing for photos and maintains compatibility with multiple file formats, including PSD, AI, PDF, and SVG.
As part of its integration with Canva, the updated Affinity now includes Canva AI tools such as Generative Fill, Expand & Edit, and Remove Background through the new Canva AI Studio. These tools are available only to users with a Canva Premium subscription. They are embedded directly into the Affinity workspace and are designed to automate repetitive processes while maintaining user control over creative workflows. Canva stated that projects created in Affinity can be exported directly into Canva for collaboration or publishing.
Affinity Studio is available for macOS and Windows, with an iPad version planned for release. Users can activate the app through a Canva account or create one for free to download the software.
For more information, visit the Affinity website.
