Canva expands Affinity creative suite to iPad

Canva has launched an iPad version of its Affinity creative software, allowing users to access tools for vector graphics, illustration, and photo editing on tablet hardware. The release brings the feature set of the company's desktop suite to the mobile platform, with specific optimizations for touch interfaces and the Apple Pencil.

A key addition to the iPad release is the Sketch Studio, designed to streamline the workflow between freehand sketching and vector conversion. By automating the transformation of hand-drawn input into editable vector paths, the software aims to simplify technical design processes for mobile users.

This expansion follows Canva's 2024 acquisition of Serif, the developer behind Affinity. The move signals a direct challenge to established professional design software markets, specifically targeting mobile-first creators who require high-performance tools on the go.