Create a blank canvas

Last updated on Sep 30, 2026

Learn how to create a blank canvas by selecting the canvas size, dimensions, and resolution that best fit the creative needs.

On the Photoshop on the web homepage, select New  .

In the dialog box that opens, select Document sizes and choose a canvas size from one of the given categories:

  • Recent: Recently used or default canvas sizes
  • Saved: Saved custom canvas sizes
  • Most common: Frequently used canvas sizes
  • Social: Preset canvas sizes for social media formats
  • Print: Preset canvas sizes for flyers, posters, and other print materials
  • Web & mobile: Preset canvas sizes for websites, apps, and digital screens
  • Fim & video: Preset canvas sizes for video graphics and thumbnails

Create a blank document dialog box shows the highlighted Document sizes option, which can be used to choose a canvas size from the different available categories.
Create a new blank document from the Photoshop web homescreen.

Tip

Select Custom Size to create a new blank document using your own dimensions and resolution settings.

Select Create document.

Note

Once your blank canvas opens, start creating your artwork using the editor tools, including layers, effects, adjustments, text, shapes, images, and AI-powered features.