Canvas Files

Canvas Files are uploaded to a Canvas site or a user's personal Files area. Files can house course files, assignments, syllabi, readings, or other documents, as well as profile pictures and user-specific files. Instructors can lock folders and files so they can only be viewed by direct links or only unlock on a specific date.

 

How can I use Canvas Files in teaching?

  • Files can be used to share content with students.
  • Files can be used to view your assignment submissions as a student.
  • Make a handout available for students to read or review; for example, PowerPoint slides from your in-class lecture or a Word document synthesizing key concepts from the lesson.
  • Make a document available for students to fill in and then submit as an assignment.
  • Add images—as attachments or embedded within a Page.
  • Files can be attached to a Canvas module or linked from anywhere the Rich Content Editor is available, including Pages, Announcements, Discussions, Assignments or Quizzes.
  • Within the Files section of your course site, you can create folders and subfolders to organize content.
  • Students can upload their own files within Canvas Groups, if they wish to use files for collaboration.

What is unique about Files?

  • Files can be set with different usage rights.
  • Files is built with responsive design to adjust for browser scaling.

Who can use it?

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How do I get started?

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Additional information

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