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Choosing a Tool
Choosing a Tool
If you are creating your first infographic we recommend starting with either a familiar tool such as Microsoft PowerPoint or a browser-based tool with free account options such as Piktochart or Canva.
Regardless of which tool you use, make sure you plan the layout and content of your infographic first.
How do I choose?
How do I choose?
Web Apps (e.g. Canva, Piktochart, CC Express)
Web Apps (e.g. Canva, Piktochart, CC Express)
Pros
Pros
There are great templates to inspire you or to use as a starting point
You can search for icons and images from within the tool.
The results can look very professional.
Cons
Cons
You need to allow time to learn a new tool.
You need to put effort in to make a template look unique.
You need a reliable internet connection.
Some web apps have limits on how many infographics you can create for free.
"Freemium" web apps require you to create an account which involves sharing some information.
PowerPoint
PowerPoint
Pros
Pros
If you know PowerPoint, you can get to work immediately.
You can incorporate some of the infographic skills into creating better presentations.
PowerPoint is installed on all Humber College computers.
Humber students can access a free version of PowerPoint for home use.
PowerPoint does not rely on internet access.
No extra sign-in or new accounts are needed
Cons
Cons
You may not know how to use PowerPoint.
You need to find your images from other resources.
Starting with a blank canvas can be overwhelming for some.
Creating an Infographic in a Web App
Creating an Infographic in a Web App
Popular infographic web-apps such as Piktochart or Canva have built-in guides that take you through the major tools and functions of the software. If you choose one of these apps here are some things to keep in mind:
Leave yourself time to experiment.
Be careful not to mix too many styles from external and/or the built-in icons and images (e.g. colour and black & white, photograph and clip art).
Use a template as a starting point but remember to customize it and make it your own. Your professor will be able to access the same templates and assess how much work is yours.
Need help choosing which one to use?
Need help choosing which one to use?
Watch this helpful video created by The Open Page from the University of Windsor Faculty of Education:
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