How to connect Canva and Google Vertex AI
Create a New Scenario to Connect Canva and Google Vertex AI
In the workspace, click the “Create New Scenario” button.

Add the First Step
Add the first node – a trigger that will initiate the scenario when it receives the required event. Triggers can be scheduled, called by a Canva, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Canva or Google Vertex AI will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Canva or Google Vertex AI, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.

Add the Canva Node
Select the Canva node from the app selection panel on the right.

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Add the Google Vertex AI Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Canva node, select Google Vertex AI from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Google Vertex AI.

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Authenticate Google Vertex AI
Now, click the Google Vertex AI node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Google Vertex AI settings. Authentication allows you to use Google Vertex AI through Latenode.
Configure the Canva and Google Vertex AI Nodes
Next, configure the nodes by filling in the required parameters according to your logic. Fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are mandatory.
Set Up the Canva and Google Vertex AI Integration
Use various Latenode nodes to transform data and enhance your integration:
- Branching: Create multiple branches within the scenario to handle complex logic.
- Merging: Combine different node branches into one, passing data through it.
- Plug n Play Nodes: Use nodes that don’t require account credentials.
- Ask AI: Use the GPT-powered option to add AI capabilities to any node.
- Wait: Set waiting times, either for intervals or until specific dates.
- Sub-scenarios (Nodules): Create sub-scenarios that are encapsulated in a single node.
- Iteration: Process arrays of data when needed.
- Code: Write custom code or ask our AI assistant to do it for you.

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Save and Activate the Scenario
After configuring Canva, Google Vertex AI, and any additional nodes, don’t forget to save the scenario and click "Deploy." Activating the scenario ensures it will run automatically whenever the trigger node receives input or a condition is met. By default, all newly created scenarios are deactivated.
Test the Scenario
Run the scenario by clicking “Run once” and triggering an event to check if the Canva and Google Vertex AI integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Canva and Google Vertex AI (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Canva and Google Vertex AI
Canva + Google Vertex AI + Google Sheets: Extracts a design from Canva, analyzes its elements using Google Vertex AI's Gemini model, and then logs the AI analysis results in a Google Sheet for future insights and tracking.
Google Vertex AI + Canva + Slack: Generates marketing image ideas using Google Vertex AI's Gemini model, creates draft designs in Canva based on those ideas, and then sends previews of the generated drafts to a Slack channel.
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About Google Vertex AI
Use Vertex AI in Latenode to build AI-powered automation. Quickly integrate machine learning models for tasks like sentiment analysis or image recognition. Automate data enrichment or content moderation workflows without complex coding. Latenode’s visual editor makes it easier to chain AI tasks and scale them reliably, paying only for the execution time of each flow.
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FAQ Canva and Google Vertex AI
How can I connect my Canva account to Google Vertex AI using Latenode?
To connect your Canva account to Google Vertex AI on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Canva and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Canva and Google Vertex AI accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automate social media image creation with AI captions?
Yes, you can. Latenode lets you trigger Canva image creation based on AI-generated captions from Vertex AI. Streamline content creation for increased efficiency.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Canva with Google Vertex AI?
Integrating Canva with Google Vertex AI allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically generate design variations based on AI feedback.
- Create personalized marketing materials at scale using AI insights.
- Enhance existing Canva designs with AI-powered image upscaling.
- Generate targeted ad creatives based on user behavior analysis.
- Automate A/B testing of visuals with AI-driven performance tracking.
Can I use dynamic data to personalize Canva designs in Latenode?
Yes, Latenode enables you to dynamically populate Canva templates with data from Vertex AI for personalized content creation workflows.
Are there any limitations to the Canva and Google Vertex AI integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Complex AI models may require significant processing time.
- Canva API rate limits may affect high-volume design generation.
- Custom JavaScript code may be required for advanced transformations.