Tool Summary #
Piktochart is an online tool that has a range of visual templates you can use to create digital design projects, including infographics, presentation slides, posters, and social media designs.
Quick Facts #
- Price: You can create a free account. Free users can create up to 5 visuals and have 2 downloads.
- Platforms: This is an online tool, so it can be used on any computer, tablet, or phone that has internet access. It is easiest to use on a computer.
- Recommended For: Beginners – Piktochart is user-friendly, and there is not an overwhelming amount of options for editing.
- Where to Access: Sign-up Page
Things to Know #
Piktochart allows you to create timelines as well as charts and maps where you can add or import data. The charts and maps can display information or move when you drag your mouse across them. Additionally, you can access the Unsplash Image Library directly in Piktochart or upload your own images. As with other infographic tools, you can duplicate the page you’re working on, lock images or text so that you don’t accidentally move them, and add images to fill different frames (for example, a circle or a heart). One unique thing about Piktochart is that it provides color schemes for you to use and allows you to create your own. Also, you can open a preview of your visual in your browser to see what it would look like if you clicked a link to it. The downsides to Piktochart are that it only allows you to create 5 projects with a free account, and it does not have as many animated or moving elements as Canva, another design tool.
Getting Started Guides #
Getting Started – Quick introduction to Piktochart and different visual templates to use.
A Student’s Guide to Getting Started with Piktochart
Top 3 Tips to Create Easy Infographics
Additional Resources #
What is an Infographic? Examples, Templates & Design Tips
Visual Design Accessibility Guide – Check out our tips and resources on how to make your audio projects more accessible.
Free Graphics Resources – A list of websites where you can find free graphics to use for your project.
Want More Help? #
- Book an appointment with a consultant at the DKC. We would love to help you with your digital design projects!
- Check out our Getting Started with Graphic Design Guide for some additional tips and tricks and common mistakes.
Reviewed by Anastasia Zanyuk 09/01/22