What you'll learn

Microsoft Designer setup and dashboard walkthrough

Understanding free vs. paid features

Editing images using AI tools

Removing backgrounds and upscaling visuals

Applying effects, filters, and adjustments

Working with templates, icons, and illustrations

Using markup, layers, and framing tools

Creating carousels, posts, and thumbnails

AI-powered text-to-image and image-to-prompt workflows

Core design principles: layout, font pairing, and color balance

Requirements

Basic computer knowledge (no design experience needed)

Internet connection for AI-based features

Description

Are you ready to design stunning visuals effortlessly — without needing Canva or any other complex tool?Welcome to Microsoft Designer Course: Canva Graphic Design Alternative, your complete step-by-step journey to mastering Microsoft’s AI-powered design platform that simplifies creativity for everyone.In this hands-on course, you’ll go from beginner to confident creator, learning how to design professional social media posts, YouTube thumbnails, eBooks, carousels, posters, and more — all with Microsoft Designer, Microsoft’s latest AI-based visual creation tool.Whether you’re a content creator, freelancer, social media marketer, or business owner, this course will help you design faster, smarter, and better — even if you’ve never designed before.What makes Microsoft Designer different?Unlike Canva or Photoshop, Microsoft Designer uses AI and Microsoft Copilot integration to generate, edit, and customize visuals from your ideas or text prompts. It helps you design in seconds by combining automation with creativity.You’ll learn how to use AI tools like background remover, generative erase, upscaling, and smart layouts to craft professional-grade visuals in minutes.What You’ll Experience in This CourseWe start from the basics — setting up your account, understanding free vs. paid plans, and navigating the dashboard. Then, we dive deep into AI editing tools, templates, illustrations, effects, and adjustments to polish your designs like a pro.By the end, you’ll be able to:Build high-converting visuals for social media and marketing.Design carousels, posters, logos, and thumbnails that grab attention.Use AI creatively to generate and refine unique visuals.Develop your own personal design style using Microsoft Designer’s library.Why You Shouldn’t Miss This CourseIf you’re still relying on Canva or spending hours in traditional design tools, you’re missing out on the future of visual creation. Microsoft Designer’s AI can cut your design time by 80% and boost your visual consistency across projects.Students who skip this course often find themselves:Overwhelmed by manual design tools.Spending hours designing posts that don’t look professional.Missing the AI design revolution already transforming the creative industry.But once you complete this course, you’ll have the skills to create faster, more beautiful, and more consistent designs — all powered by Microsoft’s cutting-edge AI.Course OutcomesBy the end of this course, you’ll confidently:Design any visual (posters, thumbnails, social media content, eBooks) in minutes.Use AI prompts to generate and modify designs instantly.Apply essential graphic design principles like typography, color theory, and layout balance.Master a new, future-ready skill that enhances your professional or creative portfolio.

Who this course is for

Beginners who want to start graphic designing with zero experience

Content creators and social media managers

Freelancers and marketers looking to upgrade their design workflow

Business owners who want to make professional designs without hiring a designer

Canva users curious to explore a Microsoft-powered alternative