Introduction: Creating Effective Infographics With Venngage

Create professional-quality infographics for presentations like a pro! This instructable will teach you how to make infographics like a pro using the Venngage tool, simplifying complicated data into formats that everyone can comprehend. The graphics will be eye-catching and packed with useful information. An infographic that successfully conveys important information, facts, or data points to the target audience will be the final product of this tutorial.

Everyone, from students to teachers to professionals, can benefit from this instructable step-by-step guide on how to make eye-catching visual aids for presentations. Learners may impress their audiences, make complicated information easier to understand, and make a lasting impression with infographic design skills, whether they create presentations, reports, or other forms of communication materials.

Safety Disclaimer

While creating infographics is generally a safe activity, it's essential to ensure that all data used is accurate and properly cited to maintain credibility. Additionally, be mindful of color choices to ensure accessibility for all viewers, including those with color vision deficiencies. If followed correctly, this tutorial should not pose any safety risks. However, it's always recommended to exercise caution and attention to detail when working with digital design tools and handling sensitive information.

Note: Some of the graphics used in this instructable were made with Venngage! The images were screen-grabbed, and steps were added using SnagIt software to show the images and process of how to get started.

Supplies

  1. Computer with internet access
  2. Mouse (Can be Wireless)
  3. Infographic creation software (e.g., Venngage)
  4. Relevant data and information from work or school
  5. Optional: Graphics or icons for visual enhancement (business logos or branding)
  6. Price: Free (Venngage) or subscription-based (depending on needs)
  7. Grab a cup of coffee to get the juices flowing

Citation for Third Image: Venngage | Professional Infographic Maker | 10,000+ Templates. (n.d.). Venngage. https://venngage.com/

Step 1: Sign Up for Venngage

Not a pro at making infographics? Not a problem. Create visually engaging infographics or any other type of visual content with ease using a few straightforward steps.

Citation for Images of Venngage Site: Venngage | Professional Infographic Maker | 10,000+ Templates. (n.d.). Venngage. https://venngage.com/

Citation for Screen Capture: TechSmith Snagit | Screen capture and screen recorder. (n.d.). TechSmith. https://www.techsmith.com/screen-capture.html


Step 2: Define Your Objective

Determine what you want to accomplish with your infographic and the most crucial message you want to convey. What kind of infographic do you need? Think about SMART goals, which stand for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-Bound. Defining these parameters as they pertain to your goal helps ensure that your objectives are attainable within a certain time frame. Is the material statistical, informational, timeline, process, comparison, hierarchical, or a simple list?

Citation for Infographic Created: Venngage | Professional Infographic Maker | 10,000+ Templates. (n.d.). Venngage. https://venngage.com/

Citation for Screen Capture: TechSmith Snagit | Screen capture and screen recorder. (n.d.). TechSmith. https://www.techsmith.com/screen-capture.html

Step 3: Gather Data

To support the message you are attempting to portray, you must gather relevant information, subject-matter experts, and data points. This category may include the usage of graphs, charts, graphics, or statistics. You may already have received the necessary information. If this is the case, you simply need to arrange, clean up, and brand it.

Citation for Infographic Created: Venngage | Professional Infographic Maker | 10,000+ Templates. (n.d.). Venngage. https://venngage.com/

Citation for Screen Capture: TechSmith Snagit | Screen capture and screen recorder. (n.d.). TechSmith. https://www.techsmith.com/screen-capture.html

Step 4: Choose a Template or Layout

Navigate to the Templates menu, choose a category, and then search for the subject matter that you want to cover. Pick a layout that works best with the content you're presenting and the way you offer it. Think about things like the hierarchy, the visual attractiveness, and the readability of the content.

Citation for Image: Venngage | Professional Infographic Maker | 10,000+ Templates. (n.d.). Venngage. https://venngage.com/

Citation for Steps added and Screen Capture: TechSmith Snagit | Screen capture and screen recorder. (n.d.). TechSmith. https://www.techsmith.com/screen-capture.html

Step 5: The Fun Part! Design Your Infographic

The sky is the limit. Use Venngage to design your infographic, incorporating the gathered data and information. Pay attention to design principles such as alignment, contrast, and typography to ensure clarity and visual appeal. Venngage makes it easy to design and swap out images, colors, and icons. Whip up infographics like a pro fast! Enhance your infographic with relevant visuals, such as icons, illustrations, or images, to reinforce key points and engage the audience. You can alter the information on the infographic by swapping out photos, images, graphics, colors, and text. Add your icons and business logos for marketing and branding.


Citation for Image: Venngage | Professional Infographic Maker | 10,000+ Templates. (n.d.). Venngage. https://venngage.com/

Citation for Screen Capture: TechSmith Snagit | Screen capture and screen recorder. (n.d.). TechSmith. https://www.techsmith.com/screen-capture.html

Step 6: Download,Share or Present

Success!

In a manner that is both visually appealing and simple to comprehend, the infographic that you have finished should be able to successfully express the message that you intend to convey. The presentation ought to be well organized, visually balanced, and per the objectives you have set for the presentation. Attached is an infographic I made with these steps using Venngage!

Citation for Image and PDF. file of the completed infographic I made using the tool: Venngage | Professional Infographic Maker | 10,000+ Templates. (n.d.). Venngage. https://venngage.com/

Citation TechSmith Snagit | Screen capture and screen recorder. (n.d.). TechSmith. https://www.techsmith.com/screen-capture.html

Step 7: Watch This Quick Video to See How to Get Started Using Venngage!