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  • Writer's pictureReilly Moss

3 simple and free design programs to get your creative juices flowing

Looking to start creating effortless visual graphics for your business but don’t know where to begin? Fear not!


There are numerous design tools and resources available, many of which are free and simple to use.

Design software is enormously valuable to help get your creative juices flowing, organize your thoughts, and share your ideas clearly. The right tools can provide both inspiration and execution.


Illustration of a juice carton and box labeled "Creative Juice."
Illustration of Creative Juice by Reilly Moss.

Here are 3 easy-to-use and free design applications to start exploring for your next design project:



Adobe Creative Cloud Express is a free plan from Adobe that offers simple graphic design tools to help beginners and professionals alike create multimedia content. The cloud-based application is easy-to-use with its drag-and-drop interface and can be accessed from any device with online access. In addition, Adobe Express provides thousands of templates, design assets, and fonts for users to personalize. The free plan can also be upgraded to unlock even more features for just $9.99/month.



Canva is a free online graphic design tool that allows users to create social media posts, presentations, posters, videos, logos, and much more. The user-friendly application includes readymade templates and elements to build custom, professional-grade content. The free plan can also be upgraded to access unlimited premium design assets for just $12.99/month.



Picsart is a free open-source design tooI that allows users to edit photos and videos, as well as design logos, flyers, social media posts, and more. The application offers tons of free images and templates to help users customize content quickly and efficiently. The free plan can be upgraded to unlock more features for just $5/month (with yearly plan).


Looking for more free and paid design apps to try out? Creative Bloq does an excellent job evaluating the pros and cons of the best design software in 2023.


Key Point: Whether you are a beginner or a professional designer, there are many design applications to explore to suit your needs.


What is your favorite design software to use when creating content? Share your thoughts in the comments.


Thank you for reading!

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