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Table of Contents
General Information ...........................................................................................................................................................................5
How do I download the Canvas Student app on my iOS device? ........................................................................6
How do I log in to the Student app on my iOS device with a Canvas URL? .................................................. 10
How do I log in to the Student app on my iOS device with a QR code? ......................................................... 17
How do I use the Student app on my iOS device? ................................................................................................. 22
How do I get help with the Student app on my iOS device?............................................................................... 31
How do I switch to another account in the Student app on my iOS device? ............................................... 34
How do I log out of the Student app on my iOS device? ...................................................................................... 37
App Settings ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 39
How do I set a landing page in the Student app on my iOS device? ................................................................ 40
How do I view my user settings in the Student app on my iOS device? ........................................................ 43
How do I set Notification Preferences in the Student app on my iOS device? ........................................... 46
How do I send a pairing code to an observer in the Student app on my iOS device? ............................... 53
How do I set a profile picture in the Student app on my iOS device? ............................................................. 57
What Student app options can I manage from my iOS device settings? ....................................................... 63
How do I set my theme in the Student App on my iOS device? ........................................................................ 70
App Features ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 74
How do I use the Dashboard in the Student app on my iOS device? .............................................................. 75
How do I manage Courses and Groups in the Student app on my iOS device? .......................................... 85
How do I view the Calendar in the Student app on my iOS device? ............................................................... 90
How do I add a Calendar To-Do List item in the Student app on my iOS device? ..................................... 94
How do I subscribe to the Canvas calendar in the Student app on my iOS device? .............................. 100
How do I unsubscribe from my Canvas calendar on my iOS device as a student?................................. 104
How do I view the Inbox in the Student app on my iOS device? ................................................................... 108
How do I send a message in the Student app on my iOS device? .................................................................. 113
How do I reply to a message in the Inbox in the Student app on my iOS device?................................... 123
How do I view Notifications in the Student app on my iOS device? ............................................................ 127
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How do I use the Rich Content Editor in the Student app on my iOS device? ......................................... 130
How do I view the To-Do List in the Student app on my iOS device? .......................................................... 135
How do I view my User Files in the Student app on my iOS device? ........................................................... 139
How do I manage my User Files in the Student app on my iOS device? ..................................................... 145
How do I add a Canvas widget for the Student App to my iOS device? ..................................................... 151
Course Features.............................................................................................................................................................................. 157
How do I view Announcements in the Student app on my iOS device? ..................................................... 158
How do I reply to an announcement in the Student app on my iOS device? ............................................ 163
How do I view Conferences in the Student app on my iOS device?............................................................. 171
How do I view Discussions in the Student app on my iOS device? .............................................................. 187
How do I create a discussion in the Student app on my iOS device? .......................................................... 192
How do I reply to a discussion in the Student app on my iOS device? ....................................................... 197
How do I add an attachment to a discussion in the Student app on my iOS device? ........................... 203
How do I view Course Files in the Student app on my iOS device? ............................................................ 215
How do I view Course Grades in the Student app on my iOS device? ........................................................ 220
How do I view Modules in the Student app on my iOS device? ..................................................................... 225
How do I choose an assignment group in a module in the Student app on my iOS device? ............... 231
How do I view Pages in the Student app on my iOS device? .......................................................................... 236
How do I view People in the Student app on my iOS device? ........................................................................ 241
How do I take a quiz in the Student app on my iOS device?............................................................................ 246
How do I take a New Quizzes assessment in the Student app on my iOS device?................................. 257
How do I view quiz results in the Student app on my iOS device? ............................................................... 269
How do I view the Syllabus in the Student app on my iOS device? .............................................................. 275
Assignments ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 279
How do I view Assignments in the Student app on my iOS device? ............................................................ 280
How do I make a comment about an assignment in the Student app on my iOS device? ................... 290
How do I view the rubric for my assignment in the Student app on my iOS device? ........................... 301
How do I upload a file as an assignment submission in the Student app on my iOS device? ............. 309
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How do I submit a media file as an assignment submission in the Student app on my iOS device? 319
How do I enter a website URL as an assignment submission in the Student app on my iOS
device?.................................................................................................................................................................................. 329
How do I submit a text entry assignment in the Student app on my iOS device? .................................. 336
How do I submit a Canvas Studio assignment in the Student app on my iOS device? ......................... 343
How do I submit a PDF assignment with annotations in the Student app on my iOS device? .......... 352
How do I annotate a file as an assignment submission in the Student app on my iOS device? ......... 376
How do I submit an assignment from a third-party app to the Student app on my iOS device? ...... 382
How do I verify my assignments were submitted in the Student app on my iOS device? ................... 395
How do I resubmit an assignment in the Student app on my iOS device?................................................. 401
How do I view assignment comments from my instructor in the Student app on my iOS device? . 406
Admin Features ............................................................................................................................................................................... 416
How do I act as a user in the Student app on my iOS device? ........................................................................ 417
How do I streamline Canvas Student app login for iOS devices at my institution? ............................... 422
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General Information
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How do I download the Canvas Student app on my iOS device?
Download the Canvas Student app on your iOS device for easier accessibility to course content.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open App Store
Open your iOS device and tap the App Store icon.
Open Search
In phone devices, tap the Search icon at the bottom of the screen.
In tablet devices, tap the Search field at the top of the App Store.
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Search for App
In the search field, type Canvas Student in the search field. Tap the full name when it appears.
Select App
Tap the Get button.
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Install App
Install the app per your device's installation method.
Note: The App Store may ask for your App Store password to download the app.
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Open App
When the app has downloaded and installed onto your iOS device, you can access the app immediately by tapping the Open
button.
View App on iOS Home Screen
You can also open the app on your iOS home screen by tapping the Canvas Student icon.
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How do I log in to the Student app on my iOS device with a Canvas URL?
Once you download the Canvas Student app from the iTunes store, you can use the app to log in to your Canvas account.
You can enter your institution's name into the app to locate your account. If the app cannot find your institution by name,
you can enter your institution's Canvas URL into the app. If you don't know your Canvas URL, you can log in using a QR
code, which does not require knowing your Canvas URL for the mobile app.
If you have multiple accounts and do not want to log in to the app every time, learn how to switch to another user account.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Canvas Student App
Open your device and tap the Canvas Student icon.
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Find Institution
Click the Find My School button.
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Search for Institution Name
Enter the name of your institution or school district. If the full name appears in the search list, tap the name.
Notes:
• If you are an admin and your school does not appear in the search list, please contact your CSM about mobile smart search.
• To log in to a Free For Teacher account, enter Free Canvas Accounts or canvas.instructure.com in the search field.
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Enter Canvas URL
If the name of your institution does not appear in the search list, you may need to locate your Canvas account by entering the
full Canvas URL in the Find your school or district text field.
If you don't know your Canvas URL, tap the Tap Here for Help link. Or you can log in using a QR code, which does not require
knowing your Canvas URL.
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View Previous Canvas URL
If you previously logged into the app, your Canvas URL displays. To log in again, tap the Canvas URL button [1].
If you previously changed users in the app, to log in again, you can tap the user's account [2].
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Enter Login Credentials
After you've located an account, you can view the Canvas URL at the top of the screen [1]. Enter your email [2] and password
[3]. Tap the Log In button [4].
If you don't know your password, tap the Forgot Password? link [5].
Notes:
• The Canvas email field credential varies according to institution. Some institutions may require a username or account
number.
• If your Canvas mobile login page does not show the reset password option, contact your institution if you need to reset your
password.
• If your institution requires you to log in to Canvas using their authentication system, you will be redirected to your
institution's login page.
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View Dashboard
View the Dashboard for your user account.
Learn how to use the Student app.
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How do I log in to the Student app on my iOS device with a QR code?
Once you download the Canvas Student app from the iTunes store, you can use the app to log in to your Canvas account.
You can generate a unique QR code from your Canvas web browser to quickly log into the app. This method uses your
credentials from the QR code to log you into the app. The QR code is located in your account profile (User Navigation
Menu).
If you do not want to locate your Canvas URL every time you log in to Canvas, learn how to switch to another user account.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Canvas Student App
Open your device and tap the Canvas Student icon.
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Open QR Login
Tap the QR Login link.
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View Instructions
Review the instructions for locating the QR code in the web version of Canvas. The QR code is located in your account profile
(User Navigation Menu).
When you have located the QR code, click the Next button.
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Scan QR Code
Hold your phone up to your computer screen to scan the QR code. Once the code is located, the app will update automatically.
Notes:
• You may have to grant permission for your phone to use your camera.
• The app may take a few minutes to log you in.
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View Dashboard
View the Dashboard for your user account.
Learn how to use the Student app.
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How do I use the Student app on my iOS device?
The Canvas Student app helps you access your courses and groups while you are away from a computer browser. he app
provides functionality to view and participate in a course or group, as well as view your course calendars, To-Do items,
notifications, Conversations messages, and grades.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Note:
• Not all Canvas features are supported on the app at this time.
• The Canvas Student app uses your device's settings to set the time zone used within the app.
• To change the language displayed in the Student app, select a language in Canvas from a web browser, log out of the
Student app, and log in again.
View Dashboard
When you log in to the Canvas Student app, the default landing page is the Dashboard. Learn how to change your landing page.
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The Dashboard displays all your current courses and groups, including your favorite courses. The Dashboard can also display
overall grades in each course. Learn how to view your Dashboard.
View Calendar
The Calendar displays events and assignments for your courses and groups. Learn how to view the calendar.
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View To Do List
The To Do list gives a quick view of upcoming course activities that have not yet been completed. Learn how to view the To-Do
List.
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View Notifications
Notifications gives you an overview of all course notifications such as changes to an assignment due date, newly created
assignment, course announcement, or a reply to a subscribed discussion. You can also view specific course notifications within
each of your courses. Learn how to view Notifications.
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View Inbox
The Inbox displays all Conversations messages in the Canvas Student app. Learn how to view the Inbox.
View New Items Indicator
If there are new items in the To Do list or Messages, a red indicator will appear next to the relevant icon. This indicator lets you
know about updates in these areas when you are in another part of the app.
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Open User Menu
To open the User Menu, tap the Menu icon.
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View User Menu
From the User Menu, you can:
• View your files [1]
• Manage app settings [2]
• Get Help with the Canvas app [3]
• Change users [4]
• Log out of the Canvas app [5]
Your User Menu may display other LTI tools that you can access via a mobile browser.
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Open Dashboard Settings
To open Dashboard Settings, tap the Settings icon.
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View Dashboard Settings
In the Dashboard Settings, you can:
• Display the Dashboard as a grid [1]
• Display the Dashboard as a list [2]
• Show grades on the Dashboard [3]
• Overlay a selected color in courses over Dashboard course cards [4]
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How do I get help with the Student app on my iOS device?
From the Help Menu, you can get help with Canvas directly on your mobile device. Help Menu links may vary across
institutions.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open User Menu
In the Dashboard, tap the Menu icon.
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Open Help
Tap the Help link.
Note: Depending on your institution, the Help link name and icon may vary.
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View Help Menu
View the Help links provided to you. Available links may vary according to institution.
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How do I switch to another account in the Student app on my iOS device?
If you use Canvas in more than one account (Canvas URL), you can change between accounts on your device without
having to log out of the app.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open User Menu
In the Dashboard, tap the Menu icon.
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Change User
Tap the Change User link.
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View Login Page
Previous logins appear in the user list. Tap the user profile you want to open [1]. To remove a profile, tap the Remove icon [2].
To add an account, log in to Canvas [3].
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How do I log out of the Student app on my iOS device?
You can easily log out of Canvas when you are finished using the app.
You can also switch users in the Canvas Student app.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open User Menu
On the Dashboard, tap the Menu icon.
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Log Out
Tap the Log Out link.
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App Settings
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How do I set a landing page in the Student app on my iOS device?
When you log in to the Canvas Student app, you can choose which page you want to view as your app landing page. By
default, the landing page displays the Dashboard.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open User Menu
On the Dashboard, tap the Menu icon.
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Open Settings
Tap the Settings link.
Open Landing Page
Tap the Landing Page link.
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Set Landing Page
Tap the name of the new page that you want to view when you log in to the app. This change will take effect the next time you
log in.
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How do I view my user settings in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can manage your personal settings in the Canvas Student app.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Note: To change the language displayed in the Student app, select a language in Canvas from a web browser, log out of the
Student app, and log in again.
Open User Menu
On the Dashboard, tap the Menu icon.
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Open Settings
Tap the Settings link.
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View App Settings
You can change the following settings in the app:
• Set your app landing page [1]
• Set your app theme [2]
• Set available Notification Preferences in the app [3]
• Send a pairing code to an observer [4]
• View your calendar subscription link [5]
• View app legal information [6]
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How do I set Notification Preferences in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can set notification preferences in the Canvas Student app to receive updates about your Canvas courses. Once
notifications are selected, notifications are sent to you even if you have not opened the Canvas Student app. You can
choose to set notifications for specific communication channels, or you can set notifications for all your available channels.
Communication channels in the Canvas Student app match the same notification options within your Notification
Preferences in the browser version of Canvas. Any preferences updated in the app will be reflected in the browser version.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open User Menu
On the Dashboard, tap the Menu icon.
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Open Settings
Tap the Settings link.
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Select Communications Channel
All notification communication channels available to you display in the Settings page.
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View Email Notifications
The Email Notifications link displays all email addresses added to your account.
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Set Notification Preferences
The Email Notifications link displays all email addresses added to your account. Tap the email address where you want to set
notifications [1].
Email notifications match the notification types set in the browser version of Canvas. Options include Immediately, Daily,
Weekly, or Never.
To change a notification email frequency, tap the notification name [2]. A list will display with the list of frequency options. Tap
the name of the desired frequency.
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View Other Notification Channels
Any other notification communication channels available to you can be set in the app.
Tap the communication channel you want to view.
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Set Notification Preferences
By default, all other communication notifications can either be on or off.
Enabled notifications show the toggle to the right [1] and are sent ASAP.
To disable a notification, tap the slider (toggle will be on the left) [2]. Disabled notifications are never sent.
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How do I send a pairing code to an observer in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can generate and send a pairing code for an observer in the Canvas Student app to connect with your account. The
pairing code will expire in seven days or after one use.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Note: If the Pair with Observer link doesn't display in your User Settings, self registration has not been enabled in your
account.
Open User Menu
On the Dashboard, tap the Menu icon.
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Open Settings
Tap the Settings link.
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Pair with Observer
Tap the Pair with Observer link.
Note: If the Pair with Observer link doesn't display in your User Settings, self registration has not been enabled in your account.
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View Pairing Code
View the QR code and pairing code to share with an observer to allow them to connect with you [1]. The code will expire in
seven days or after one use.
To share the pairing code, the Share icon [2]. You can select where you want to share the pairing code [3].
To return to your user settings, tap the Done link [4].
Note: If you have separate devices, observers can log in to Canvas by scanning the QR code using the Parent App.
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How do I set a profile picture in the Student app on my iOS device?
If your institution allows profile pictures, you can add a profile picture in the Student app.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Notes:
• Changing your profile picture in the app will also change the profile picture in your browser version of Canvas.
• If you cannot add a profile picture, your institution has restricted this feature.
Open User Menu
On the Dashboard, tap the Menu icon.
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Tap Profile Picture
Tap your profile picture.
Choose Photo Type
To take a new photo, tap the Take Photo link [1]. To choose a photo from your device, tap the Choose Photo link [2].
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Take Photo
To take a photo, tap the Camera button.
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Use Photo
If you want to re-take the photo, tap the Retake link [1]. Otherwise tap the Use Photo link [2].
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Choose Photo
To choose a photo, locate the photo on your device.
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Move and Scale
Move and scale your photo so it fits within the picture parameters [1]. Then tap the Choose link [2].
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What Student app options can I manage from my iOS device settings?
From your iOS device settings, you can manage access settings, allow cross-website tracking, open external tools in Safari,
and reset your cache.
Enabling the option to allow cross-website tracking helps users avoid errors with files, images, and alerts in the Student
app. If you are experiencing difficulties downloading files and viewing images in the app, you may want to enable this
option .
Enabling the option to open external tools in Safari launches the Safari browser app to view external tools. If this option is
not enabled, external tools open in web view inside the Student app. If you are experiencing difficulties viewing external
tools in the Canvas Student app, you may want to enable this option.
Resetting your cache clears all information on your device that is specific to the app, including login details, some
annotated documents, and app settings. If you experience errors when logging in to the app, you may want to use a cache
reset. Because a cache reset removes app information from your device, you may want to try resetting your password or
uninstalling the app first.
After enabling the Reset Cache on Next Launch option, you must force close and re-launch the Student app for your cache
to reset.
Open Settings
On the home screen, tap the Settings icon.
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Open Student App Settings
In the Settings menu, tap the Student link.
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View Student App Settings
View the Student app settings menu.
From the Settings menu, you can manage access settings [1], allow cross-website tracking [2], and app settings [3].
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Manage Access Settings
From the access settings, you can view and manage if the Student app can access your microphone [1] and camera [2].
To allow Student app information to display in Search and Siri tools, tap the Siri & Search link [3].
To manage Student app notification options, tap the Notifications link [4].
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Allow Cross-Website Tracking
To allow cross-website tracking, tap the Allow Cross-Website Tracking button. When this option is enabled, users may avoid
errors with files, images, and alerts in the Student app.
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Open External Tools in Safari
To open external tools in Safari by default, tap the Open external tools in Safari button. When this option is enabled, all external
tools launch in the Safari browser app instead of the Student app.
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Reset Cache on Next Launch
To reset your cache, tap the Reset Cache on Next Launch button. Resetting your cache clears all Student app-specific
information from your device, including login details, some annotated documents, and app settings.
Notes:
• After enabling the Reset Cache on Next Launch option, you must force close and re-launch the Student app for your cache to
reset.
• After the app has launched, the Reset Cache on Next Launch option toggles to the Off position.
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How do I set my theme in the Student App on my iOS device?
In Settings, students can choose between three app theme options, Light, Dark, and System Settings.
Open User Menu
In the Dashboard, tap the Menu icon.
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Open Settings
Tap the Settings link.
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Open Appearance
Tap the Appearance.
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Select Theme
To select preferred theme tap System Settings [1] reflects the current devices theme, Light Theme [2] for dark text on light
background, and Dark Theme [3] for light text on a dark background.
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App Features
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How do I use the Dashboard in the Student app on my iOS device?
The Canvas Student app Dashboard displays your active courses. It can also display course invitations and announcements
from your institution.
View Dashboard
The Dashboard displays all your current courses and groups.
When viewing courses, you can manage how they display in the Dashboard, including background colors and favorite courses.
Learn how to manage courses and groups.
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Open Dashboard Settings
To open Dashboard Settings, tap the Settings icon.
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View Dashboard Settings
In the Dashboard Settings, you can:
• Display the Dashboard as a grid by tapping the Grid option [1]
• Display the Dashboard as a list by tapping the List option [2]
• Show grades on the Dashboard [3]
• Overlay a selected color in courses over Dashboard course cards [4]
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View Course Invitation
If you have been invited to join a course, you can view the course invitation on your Dashboard. To accept the invitation, tap the
Accept button [1]. To decline the invitation, tap the Decline button [2].
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View Global Announcement
If a global announcement has been sent to students at your institution, you can view the announcement on your Dashboard. To
read the announcement, tap the announcement.
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View In-Progress Conference
If a course includes a BigBlueButton Conferences, any conference in progress will display on the Dashboard. To join the
conference, tap the name of the conference [1]. To dismiss the conference, tap the Close icon [2].
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View Course Grades
You can display your course grades in the dashboard from the User Menu.
Grades are shown according to the grading scheme for the course (percentage, letter grade, etc.). To view details of a grade, tap
the grade percentage [1]. If a lock icon is displayed, your instructor has hidden student grade totals [2].
You can also view your grades within your course.
Note: Users who do not have a student role will always see grades with a percentage of zero.
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Open Course or Group
To open a course or group, tap the course or group name.
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View Navigation Menu
Within each course or group, you can view the navigation links that are available in the browser version of Canvas.
Note:
• If a course navigation link is hidden in the browser version, you will not be able to access it in the app.
• Not all course navigation links are supported in the Canvas Student app. However, all navigation links are supported in a
mobile browser.
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View Course Navigation on iPad
iPad functionality mimics the web version of Canvas, allowing Course Navigation to be expanded or collapsed for full-screen
course viewing. To expand or collapse the Course Navigation menu, tap the Expand icon.
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How do I manage Courses and Groups in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can view all your courses and groups in the Canvas Student app. You can change your course favorites and change the
colors for your Dashboard course cards and groups.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Notes:
• Changes to your favorite courses will apply to the browser version of Canvas.
• You cannot join a group using the Student app, however, you can join a group using the web version of Canvas.
Edit Dashboard
The app defaults to your favorite courses. Favorite courses mirror the courses customized drop-down menu in the web version
of Canvas. Changes to your favorite courses will apply to the browser version of Canvas.
To view all your courses and set favorite courses, tap the Edit Dashboard link.
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Edit Courses
Tap the star icon next to the course you want to favorite. To remove a favorite, tap the Star icon again. Changes to the favorites
page are applied automatically.
Note: The Courses list includes active and concluded courses.
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View Course Card Options
You can change the nickname and color associated with your courses. Course colors help associate course items in other areas
of the Canvas Student app, such as in the To Do List and Notifications.
To change the nickname or color for a course, tap the Options icon.
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Edit Nickname
To change the course nickname, tap the Nickname field [1].
To save your changes, tap the Done link [2].
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Choose Course Color
To change the course color, tap the new color for your course [1].
To save your changes, tap the Done link [2].
Note: To view the selected color across your entire course card, you can enable the Color Overlay option in the User Menu.
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How do I view the Calendar in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can view your course calendars in the Student app. The Student app calendar only displays events for courses you
have favorited from the Dashboard.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Note:
• If you want to view Canvas events in the native iOS calendar, you can also subscribe to the Canvas calendar feed and
view Canvas events along with your personal calendars.
• Students cannot sign up for Scheduler appointments or create events in the app.
Open Calendar
On the Dashboard, tap the Calendar icon.
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View Calendar
The Calendar page shows all assignments and events for your courses. By default, the calendar displays assignments and events
by week. The current date is always selected and indicated by the solid background [1]. Any assignments or events on the
current date display below the calendar in an agenda format.
Assignments or events on other dates are indicated by a dot below the date. Multiple dots indicate multiple assignments or
events, which can be viewed by tapping the date [2].
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Manage Calendars
You can manage the courses that display in the calendar by clicking the Calendars link [1].
If you choose to select specific calendars and not all calendars, the number of selected calendars will display next to the link [2].
View Additional Dates
To view assignments and events for other dates, swipe the week view left or right [1].
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You can also expand to the calendar Month view by tapping the name of the month [2] and swiping the month view left or right.
To return to the current date, tap the Calendar icon [3].
View Individual Event or Assignment
To view the details of an individual assignment or event, tap the name of the assignment or event.
Add To-Do Item
To add a new to-do item to your calendar, click the Add icon.
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How do I add a Calendar To-Do List item in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can add To-Do List items in the Student App from your Calendar.
Note: Currently to-do items only display in the Calendar.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Calendar
On the Dashboard, tap the Calendar icon.
Add Item
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Tap the Add icon.
Add Title
In the Title field, create a title for your To-Do item.
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Select Course
The To-Do item defaults to your personal calendar. If you want to associate the To-Do item with a course, tap the Course link
and select the course.
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Select Date
Tap the Date field. Select the date and time where you want the to-do item to display on your calendar. Then tap the Done link.
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Add Description
In the Description field, enter the description for your to-do item.
Save Item
Tap the Done link.
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View Item
View your item in the Calendar.
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How do I subscribe to the Canvas calendar in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can subscribe to calendar items in all your courses and have them appear in your iPhone calendar. You can only view
the calendar, not make edits to it.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open User Menu
In the Dashboard, tap the Menu icon.
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Open Settings
Tap the Settings link.
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Subscribe to Calendar Feed
Tap the Subscribe to Calendar Feed link.
Subscribe to Feed
Tap the Subscribe button.
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View Feed Confirmation
To view your calendar, tap the View Events button [1]. To return to your profile, tap the Done button [2].
You can unsubscribe from your calendar feed at any time.
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How do I unsubscribe from my Canvas calendar on my iOS device as a student?
You can unsubscribe to calendar items for all your courses.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Settings
On your iOS device, tap the Settings icon.
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Open Passwords & Accounts
Tap the Passwords & Accounts link.
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Open Subscribed Calendars
Tap the Subscribed Calendars link.
Open Canvas Calendar
Tap the name of your Canvas profile calendar.
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Delete Account
Tap the Delete Account button.
Confirm Delete
Tap the Delete Account button.
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How do I view the Inbox in the Student app on my iOS device?
Canvas lets you access your Inbox on your mobile device so you can keep in touch with people in your course at any time.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Note: Unlike the web version of Canvas, you cannot view assignment comments from your instructor in the Inbox.
However, you can view comments in the assignment.
Open Inbox
In the Dashboard, tap the Inbox icon.
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If there are new messages, the icon will indicate the number of new messages received. This indicator helps you know when you
have new messages when you are in another part of the app.
View Messages
The Inbox displays all messages you have received and is organized the same way as the browser version of the Inbox. Messages
are arranged in chronological order—newer messages appear at the top, and older messages appear near the bottom. New
messages are indicated with a blue dot.
Swipe the app from top to bottom to quickly refresh your messages.
View Filters
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You can view different types of messages in the Inbox:
Unread [1]: Messages that are unread in the Inbox
Starred [2]: Messages that you've starred in the Inbox
Sent [3]: Messages that you've sent (you cannot view messages sent to others in any other tab until you receive a reply)
Archived [4]: Messages that have been archived
Note: Messages cannot be archived in the Canvas Student app.
View Inbox Filter
You can also filter your Inbox by course. Tap the Filter link [1], then select the course name whose messages you want to view
[2].
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View Messages
To view a message, tap the message you want to open.
View the selected message thread.
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Delete Messages
To delete a message or message thread, tap the Options icon [1] and then tap the Delete link [2]. To delete multiple messages or
message threads, you need to use the web browser.
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How do I send a message in the Student app on my iOS device?
In the Canvas Student app, you can send conversation messages to multiple people in your courses.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Inbox
In the Dashboard, tap the Inbox icon.
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Compose New Message
Tap the Add icon.
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Select Course
Tap the Select a course link [1] and select the course where you want to send the message [2].
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Add Recipient
In the To field, tap the Add icon.
Note: You can only add one user or group of users at a time.
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Search by Name
To search by name, type the name of your recipient in the text field.
Note: If you cannot remember a recipient's name, you can search by course filter to select your recipient.
Select Recipient
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When the full name of the recipient appears, tap the name.
Search by Course Filter
To search by course filter, select to message all users [1], select users by group [2], or message users by section [3].
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Select User Group
Tap the recipient's user group [1].
Tap the name of the recipient [2]. You can select all members in a specific user group by tapping the All Members option [3].
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Modify Recipients
If you need to remove a recipient, tap the remove icon.
Attach File
To attach a file to the message, tap the Attach icon.
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Select Attachment
To select your attachment file, tap the Add icon [1]. Then select how you would like to attach a file [2].
Note: To learn more about media attachments, view the Canvas Media Comparison resource document.
View Attachment
Once you have added your attachment, it can be viewed on the Attachments page [1]. To delete your attachment, tap the Delete
icon [2].
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To add another attachment, tap the Add icon [3]. To return to your message, tap the Done link [4].
Send Message
In the Subject field [1], enter a subject for your message.
If you want to send individual messages to each recipient, tap the Send individual message to each recipient toggle [2].
In the Compose field [3], type your message.
When you are ready to send your message, tap the Send link [4].
Note: New messages will not appear in the Inbox until there is a reply to the message. However, if you have an existing Inbox
message with a recipient, the message will appear as part of that message thread.
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How do I reply to a message in the Inbox in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can reply to Inbox messages in your Inbox on your device so you can keep in touch with your course at any time.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Inbox
In the Dashboard, tap the Inbox icon.
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Open Message
Tap the message where you want to reply.
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Reply to Message
Tap the Reply link.
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In the text field [1], type your message reply.
When you are ready to send your message, tap the Send link [2].
View Reply
View your message reply in the message thread [1].
To reply to the message again, click the Reply link [2].
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How do I view Notifications in the Student app on my iOS device?
The Canvas Student app lets you view notification items in your courses. Notifications gives you an overview of all course
notifications, such as changes to an assignment due date, newly created assignments, course announcements, or replies to
subscribed discussions. You can interact directly with any items that display as notifications.
You can also set Notification Preferences in the app to receive push notifications for Canvas activity on your mobile phone.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Notifications
In the Dashboard, tap the Notifications icon.
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View Notifications
Notifications gives you an overview of all course notifications such as changes to an assignment due date, newly created
assignments, course announcements, conference invitations, or a reply to a subscribed discussion.
Each item is color-coordinated according to course or group and displays an icon for its activity type [1]. Items are organized by
date [2].
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View Notification Item
To view a notification item, tap the name of the item. The app will redirect to the notification's corresponding page.
Note: You cannot delete notifications.
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How do I use the Rich Content Editor in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can use the Rich Content Editor to edit and format text in the Student app. The Rich Content Editor is available in
Assignments, Announcements, and Discussions.
View Rich Content Editor
You can use the Rich Content Editor when editing posts and replies in Announcements and Discussions.
The Rich Content Editor allows you to format text [1], add links [2], or attach images [3]. You may have to swipe your screen to
the left or right to view all Rich Content Editor icons.
Note: Depending on the feature, you may be able to record or upload media files.
Format Text
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To undo your last action, tap the Undo icon [1]. To redo what was previously undone, tap the Redo icon [2].
To bold text, tap the Bold icon [3]. To italicize text, tap the Italics icon [4]. To stop using bold or italics formatting, tap the Bold or
Italics icon again.
Change Text Color
To change the text color, tap the Color icon [1]. Then tap the color you want to use [2].
Create List
To format text as a bulleted list, tap the Bulleted List icon [1]. To format text as a numbered list, tap the Numbered List icon [2].
Add Link
To add a link, tap the Link icon.
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Link to Website URL
Enter the link title in the Title field [1] and the link URL in the URL field [2]. Then tap the OK button [3].
Attach Image
To attach an image, tap the Image icon.
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Add Attachment
Then tap the Add icon.
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Select Attachment Option
You can select from the following image attachment options:
• Use Camera [1]: take a picture from your camera.
• Upload File [2]: upload a file from your device.
• Choose From Library [3]: select an image from your photo library.
• My Files [4]: select a file from your personal Canvas files.
View Attachment
Once you have selected your image, it will display on the Attachments page [1].
To delete the image, tap the Delete icon [2]. To add another image, tap the Add icon [3].
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How do I view the To-Do List in the Student app on my iOS device?
The To-Do List gives you a quick view of upcoming graded course activities that you have not yet completed.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open To-Do List
In the Dashboard, tap the To Do icon.
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View To-Do List
The To-Do List gives you a quick view of upcoming graded assignments, quizzes, and discussions that you have not yet
completed. Each item is color-coordinated according to course and displays an icon for its activity type: discussion, quiz, or
assignment.
To-do items are organized by due date.
Note: Users who are using the student app with an instructor role will see To Do notifications about grading assignments.
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View To-Do List Item
To view a to-do item, tap the name of the item. The app will redirect to the item's corresponding page.
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Mark Item as Done
To mark a to-do item as done, swipe the item to the left [1]. Then tap the Done button [2].
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How do I view my User Files in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can view personal files that you've added to your account on the Canvas Student app.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Learn how to manage your personal files.
Open User Menu
In the Dashboard, tap the Menu icon.
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Open User Files
Tap the Files link.
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View User Files
User Files displays file folders [1] and file items [2].
File folders show how many file items are within a folder [3]. Individual files show the size of the file [4].
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View Files and Folders
To view files within a folder, tap the name of the folder [1].
To view a specific file, tap the name of the file [2]. If your device has an application installed that can display the file, you can view
the file in the app.
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Search Files
To search for a file, tap the Search field [1]. Then enter the name of the file you want to view.
To open the file, tap the name of the file in the search results [2].
Notes:
• You must type three or more characters for search results to display.
• Search results will not include file folders.
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View File
View your file [1]. You can also share your file by tapping the Share icon [2].
To return to the file folder, tap the Back link [3].
Note: Not all file types support sharing.
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How do I manage my User Files in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can manage all the personal files in your Canvas account in the Canvas Student app. If necessary, you can manage My
Files to clear up space within your course account.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Notes:
• The Unfiled Folder stores documents, graphics, and any other files from your account that you have posted to different
areas of Canvas, such as Discussions. Deleting these items within current courses may create broken links and
submissions.
• You cannot delete files that have been submitted as an assignment.
• You cannot move files from one folder to another in the Canvas Student app.
Open User Menu
In the Dashboard, tap the Menu icon.
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Open User Files
Tap the Files link.
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Add Item to Files
Tap the Add icon.
Note: The Add icon appears in every files window so you can build hierarchal levels of folders and files.
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Add Folder
To create a new folder, tap the Create Folder button.
Save Folder
To create a new folder, type the name of the folder in the text field [1]. Tap the OK button [2].
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Upload File
To upload a file, tap the Add File button.
View Upload Options
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When uploading a file, you can take a photo from your camera [1], record audio [2], select a photo from your device library [3], or
upload a file from your device [4].
Delete File
To delete a file, swipe left on your device and tap the Delete button.
Note: You cannot delete files that have been submitted as an assignment.
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How do I add a Canvas widget for the Student App to my iOS device?
The Canvas Student app comes with a widget for quick access to grades.
The Canvas Student Grades widget displays the current grade for up to eight courses.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Notes:
• Depending on your iOS device, the steps to install a widget may vary from what is pictured below. If you have
questions, please refer to your device instructions on how to install a widget.
• The Student Grades widget will not display grades if multiple users are logged into the Student app.
• Widgets are not available for the Canvas Teacher or Canvas Parent apps.
Open Today View
Swipe right from the Home screen or Lock screen to open the Today View.
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Edit Widgets
Tap the Edit button.
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Add Grades Widget
Find the Canvas Student Grades widget [1]. To add the widget, tap the Add icon [2].
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Edit Widget
Once you have added your widget, it will display with other widgets that have been added to your iOS device. To remove the
widget, tap the Remove icon [1]. To move the widget, tap the Move icon [2] and drag and drop the widget to a new location.
To view your widgets, tap the Done link [3].
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View Widget
View the Student Grades widget [1].
To view a graded course assignment in the Student app, tap the assignment name [2].
To view more course information in the widget, tap the Show More link [3].
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View More Details
The Recently Graded Assignments section displays the three most recently graded assignments in your courses [1].
The Course Grades section displays your current course grades [2]. To view course grades in the Student app, tap the name of
the course [3].
To view your course dashboard, tap the View more link [4].
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How do I view Announcements in the Student app on my iOS device?
Canvas lets you view Announcements in your Canvas courses.
Note: The Course Navigation menu matches the browser version of your Canvas course. If Announcements is not available
in Course Navigation, it will also be hidden from view in the app.
Open Course
In the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Announcements
Tap the Announcements link.
Note: You may have to swipe your screen to view the Announcements link.
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View Announcements
Announcements displays all the announcements in your course. Announcements are ordered with the most recent at the top.
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Open Announcement
To view an announcement, tap the announcement you want to read.
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View Announcement
View the announcement.
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How do I reply to an announcement in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can reply to announcements through your course. You can also reply to announcements through the Notifications tab.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Course
In the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Announcements
Tap the Announcements link.
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Open Announcement
To view an announcement, tap the announcement you want to read.
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Open Reply
Tap the Reply button.
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Create Reply
Enter your message in the text field [1]. To format your reply, use the Rich Content Editor [2].
To send your reply, tap the Done link [3].
Add Link
To add a link to your reply, tap the Link icon.
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Add Link Details
Add your link title in the Title field [1] and the link URL in the URL field [2]. Then tap the OK button [3].
Attach Image
To attach an image to your reply, tap the Media icon.
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Add Attachment
To add an attachment, tap the Add icon [1]. Then select to use your camera [2], upload a file [3], or select a photo from your
library [4].
Note: To learn more about media attachments, view the Canvas Media Comparison PDF.
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View Reply
View your reply.
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How do I view Conferences in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can use your mobile device to participate in a course conference. This lesson shows how to join a conference and use
the Conferences interface on an iOS device. The Conferences interface uses the BigBlueButton web conferencing system.
To use the Conferences interface on an iOS device, you can join a conference from your Safari browser or open Safari from
the Student app. You cannot participate in a conference in the Student app. When participating in a conference with an iOS
device, you must use iOS 11 or later and the Safari browser.
This guide provides a basic overview of the Conferences interface. To learn more about specific features, view
BigBlueButton's HTML5 user documentation.
Open Conferences
In Course Navigation, tap the link for your web conferencing tool. The link name reflects the conferencing tool used by your
institution.
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View Conferences
The Conferences page displays all conferences in your course. New conferences, including in-process conferences, display in
the New Conferences section [1]. Concluded conferences display in the Concluded Conferences section [2].
To view conference details, tap the name of a conference [3].
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View No Conferences
If your course does not have any conferences, the Conferences page displays a No Conferences notification.
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Open In Progress Conference
To open a conference that has started, tap the name of the conference [1].
Note: If the In Progress label does not display for your conference, the conference has not started [2].
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Join Conference
To join an in progress conference, tap the Join button.
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Join Audio
Before joining a conference, you will be asked how you want to join the conference audio. To use your microphone during the
conference, tap the Microphone icon [1]. You will then need to follow the steps below to enable your microphone.
To quickly join the conference as a listener only, tap the Listen Only icon [2]. You will be taken directly to the conference.
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Complete Echo Test
To test your microphone, you will need to complete an echo test. Speak a few words and listen for an echo. If you hear an echo,
tap the Yes icon [1]. You will be taken directly to the conference.
If you do not hear an echo, tap the No icon [2]. Tapping the No icon will allow you to change your audio settings and retry the
echo test.
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Change Audio Settings
You can change various audio settings for your device. To change the microphone source, tap the Microphone source drop-
down menu [1].
To change the speaker source, tap the Speaker source drop-down menu [2]. To test the speaker volume, tap the Play Sound link
[3].
To retry the echo test, tap the Retry button [4].
View Confirmation Message
A confirmation message will display to confirm you have joined the conference.
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View Conferences Interface
The Conferences interface includes four different areas that allow you to participate in the conference:
• Presentation Window [1]
• User Menu [2]
• Conference Tools [3]
• Options Menu [4]
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View Presentation Window
The Presentation window displays the conference presentation [1].
You may be able to use the multi-user whiteboard to interact directly in the presentation [2]. If the toolbar is not available in the
window, the multi-user whiteboard has not been enabled by your presenter.
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Open User Menu
To open the User Menu, tap the Users icon.
View User Menu
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All of the users in the conference will display in the Users list [1].
To open the chat, tap the Public Chat link [2]. To view the shared notes, tap the Shared Notes link [3].
To exit the User Menu, tap the Users icon [4].
View Conference Tools
The Conferences Interface includes tools to manage the audio and video elements of the conference.
To mute or unmute your microphone, tap the Microphone icon [1].
To leave or join the conference audio, tap the Audio icon [2].
To enable your webcam, tap the Webcam icon [3].
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Open Options Menu
To open the Options Menu, tap the Options icon.
View Options Menu
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From the Options Menu, you can:
• Enter or exit fullscreen mode [1]
• Open the Settings menu [2]
• View information about the Conferences tool [3]
• View BigBlueButton tutorial videos [4]
• View Conferences hotkeys [5]
• Log out of the Conferences tool [6]
To close the Options menu, tap the Close link [7].
View Application Settings
From the Settings menu, you can manage additional settings for the Conferences interface. By default, the Settings menu will
open to the Application tab [1].
To enable or disable animations for conference audio, tap the Animations button [2].
To enable audio alerts, tap the Audio Alerts for Chat button [3]. To enable popup chat alerts, tap the Popup Alerts for Chat
button [4].
To change your language, tap the Application Language menu and select your preferred language [5].
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To adjust the font size, tap the Increase or Decrease icon [6].
View Data Savings Settings
To manage data savings, tap the Data Savings tab [1]. Data saving settings can significantly improve the performance of the
Conferences interface when using a mobile device.
To enable or disable your webcam, tap the Enable Webcams button [2]. To enable or disable desktop sharing, tap the Enable
Desktop Sharing button [3].
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Save Settings
To save your changes to the Settings menu, tap the Save button.
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How do I view Discussions in the Student app on my iOS device?
The Canvas Student app helps you keep track of all course discussions. You can also view newly created discussions or
changes to discussions in the Notifications tab.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Notes:
• The Course Navigation menu matches the browser version of your Canvas course. If Discussions is not available in
Course Navigation, it will also be hidden from view in the app.
• Viewing rubrics in graded discussions is not supported in the app.
Open Course
In the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Discussions
Tap the Discussions link.
Note: You may need to swipe your screen to view the Discussions link.
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View Discussions
Pinned discussion will always display at the top of the page [1]. For each discussion, you can view the number of total replies [2]
and the number of replies you have not read [3].
Discussions with unread posts are indicated by a blue dot [4].
Swipe your device from top to bottom to quickly refresh Discussions.
To view a discussion thread, tap the name of the thread.
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View Discussion
For each discussion, you can view the title [1] and description [2].
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View Discussion Replies
Replies can be viewed below the discussion topic. To view all replies, swipe your device screen.
If any users have replied to each other, you can view the replies within Replies.
To reply to a discussion, tap the Reply link [1]. To mark a user's reply as read or unread tap the More Options icon [2].
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How do I create a discussion in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can create new discussions using the Canvas Student app.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Note: Creating a discussion is a course permission. If you cannot create a new discussion, this feature has been disabled in
your course.
Open Course
In the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Discussions
Tap the Discussions link.
Note: You may have to swipe your screen to view the Discussions link.
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Add Discussion
Tap the Add icon.
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Create Discussion
Create a title for your discussion in the Title field [1]. Enter the details of your discussion in the Description field [2]. To format
your description, add links, or upload an image, use the Rich Context Editor [3].
If you want to allow your discussion to be a threaded discussion, tap the Allow threaded replies toggle button [4]. You can also
add an attachment to your discussion with the Attachment icon [5]. When you are finished, tap the Done link [6].
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View New Discussion
View your new discussion.
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How do I reply to a discussion in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can reply to a discussion or discussion reply within the Canvas Student app.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Course
In the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Discussions
Tap the Discussions link.
Note: You may have to swipe your screen to view the Discussions link.
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Open Discussion
To view a discussion thread, tap the name of the thread.
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Reply to Discussion
To reply to the main discussion, tap the Reply button.
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Reply to Discussion Reply
To reply to another discussion post, tap the Reply link for the post.
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Enter Discussion Reply
Add your reply in the Reply field [1]. To format your reply, use the Rich Content Editor icons [2].
If your course allows attachments in discussions, you can add an attachment by tapping the Attach icon [3]. You can attach a file
or upload video or audio.
To send your reply, tap the Done icon [4].
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How do I add an attachment to a discussion in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can add photo, audio, and video files to your discussion posts.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Note: Adding an attachment to a Discussion is a course permission. If you cannot add an attachment, this feature has been
disabled in your course.
Open Course
In the Courses pages, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Discussions
Tap the Discussions link.
Note: You may need to swipe your screen to view the Discussions link.
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Open Discussion
To view a discussion thread, tap the name of the thread.
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Reply to Discussion
To reply to the discussion, tap the Reply icon.
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Open Attachments
To add attachments to your reply, tap the Attachment icon.
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Add Attachment
Then tap the Add icon.
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Select Attachment Type
To record an audio attachment, tap the Record Audio button [1]. To take a new photo or video, tap the Use Camera button [2].
To upload a file from your device, tap the Upload File button [3]. To select an image from your device library, tap the Choose
From Library button [4].
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Record Audio
To record audio, tap the Record button.
Stop Audio
To stop recording, tap the Stop button.
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Use Audio
To upload your audio attachment, tap the Upload button [1]. To delete your recording, tap the Delete icon [2].
Use Camera
To take a photo, tap the Photo option [1]. To take a video, tap the Video option [2].
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Then tap the Use Photo or Use Video link [1]. To retake the photo or video, tap the Retake link [2].
Upload File
Tap the Browse button.
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Then select a file to attach.
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Choose from Library
Select a photo from a photo gallery on your device.
Verify Attachment
View your attachment on the Attachments page [1]. If you add multiple attachments, you can scroll down the text field to view
them.
To remove the attachment, tap the Remove icon [2]. To return to your discussion, tap the Done link [3].
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How do I view Course Files in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can view course files with the Canvas Student app. You can also view your personal files.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Note: The Course Navigation menu matches the browser version of your Canvas course. If Files is not available in Course
Navigation, it will also be hidden from view in the app.
Open Course
In the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Files
Tap the Files link.
Note: You may have to swipe your screen to view the Files link.
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View Files
Files displays file folders [1] and file items [2]. To view file items within a folder, tap the name of the folder. To view a specific file,
tap the name of the file.
File folders display how many file items are within a folder [3]. Individual files display the size of the file [4].
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Search Files
To search for a file, tap the Search field [1]. Then enter the name of the file you want to view.
To open the file, tap the name of the file in the search results [2].
Notes:
• You must enter three or more characters for search results to display.
• Search results will not include file folders.
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View File
View the course file [1]. You can also share the file by tapping the Share icon [2].
Note: Not all file types support sharing.
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How do I view Course Grades in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can view your course grade in the Canvas Student app.
Grades are viewed from the Course Navigation link. However, the Course Navigation menu matches the browser version
of your Canvas course. If Grades is not available in Course Navigation, it will also be hidden from view in the app.
If your course is using Multiple Grading Periods, you can filter grades by grading period. If your course is not using Multiple
Grading Periods, the Grades page shows all assignments and grades for the entire course. If the Dashboard does not show
a total grade, there are no active grading periods in your course.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
You can also view your grades in the Dashboard and by adding a Canvas widget to your iOS device.
Open Course
In the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Grades
Tap the Grades link.
Note: You may have to swipe your screen to view the Grades link.
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View Course Grades
Your total score appears at the top of the page [1]. If your course is using Multiple Grading Periods, you can also filter grades by
grading period [2].
If a grade has been awarded for an assignment, the assignment displays the score you have earned [3]. Grades also include
labels for late, missing, and unsubmitted assignments [4].
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View Assignment Details
To view the details of an assignment including any comments from your instructor, tap the assignment name.
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If score statistics are visible in your course, you can view score statistics below your grade in the Assignment Details page.
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How do I view Modules in the Student app on my iOS device?
The Canvas Student app gives you access to Modules in your courses.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Note: The Course Navigation menu matches the browser version of your Canvas course. If Modules is not available in
Course Navigation, it will also be hidden from view in the app.
Open Course
On the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Modules
Tap the Modules link.
Note: You may have to swipe your screen to view the Modules link.
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View Modules
The app displays all the Modules in your course.
If you are a student, each module displays an icon next to the status of the module, which can be completed [1], unlocked [2], or
locked [3].
Modules may be locked by prerequisites, or if the module is locked by a date, the date of the module is posted under the module
title [4].
Open Module
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To view items within a module, tap the name of the module.
View Module Items
The module shows all module items. If your course is designed with prerequisites, they are shown at the top of the page [1]. If
your course is designed with requirements, the requirement is shown below the module item [2].
The completion status is shown on the right side of the app; a circle indicates the module item is not complete [3], while a circle
with a check mark indicates the module item is completed [4].
Some courses allow you to complete module items in any order.
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Open Module Item
To open a module item, tap the name of the item.
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View Module Item
View the module item.
You can advance through module items or return to previous modules using the progression bar at the bottom of the page. To
advance to the next module item, click the Next link [1]. To return to a previous module item, click the Previous link [2].
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How do I choose an assignment group in a module in the Student app on my iOS device?
If your Modules page asks you to choose an assignment group, you need to choose which assignment(s) you want to select
before you can progress to the next assignment.
Open Course
In the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Modules
In Course Navigation, tap the Modules link.
Note: You may have to swipe your screen to view the Modules link.
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Open Module
Tap the name of the module you would like to view.
Choose Assignment Option
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Tap the Choose option link.
Select Assignment
View the assignment options by tapping the tabs [1]. To view an assignment description, tap the assignment name [2]. Locate the
assignment you want to select and tap the Select button [3].
Note: Once you select an assignment, you cannot select a different assignment.
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View Selected Assignment
View your selected assignment.
Note: If the link generates an error message, you can access the assignment by returning to the Modules link in Course
Navigation.
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How do I view Pages in the Student app on my iOS device?
Canvas lets you access Pages from your mobile device.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Note: The Course Navigation menu matches the browser version of your Canvas course. If Pages is not available in Course
Navigation, it will also be hidden from view in the app.
Open Course
On the Courses page, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Pages
Tap the Pages link.
Note: You may have to swipe up on your screen to view the Pages link.
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View Pages
View your course pages.
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Open Page
To open a page, tap the page name [1]. To open the course home page, tap the Front Page button [2].
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View Page
View the course page.
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How do I view People in the Student app on my iOS device?
Canvas lets you access People from your mobile device.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Note: The Course Navigation menu matches the browser version of your Canvas course. If People is not available in
Course Navigation, it will also be hidden from view in the app.
Open Course
On the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open People
Tap the People link.
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View People
View the users enrolled in your course.
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Open User Details
To view details about a user, tap the user's name.
Note: Tapping your own name links you to the options available in your Profile.
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View User Details
View details about the user, if any. You can send a message to the user by tapping the Message icon.
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How do I take a quiz in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can take a quiz on your mobile device.
When you are finished, you may be able to view your quiz results in the browser version of Canvas.
If you cannot find your quiz in the Quizzes page, your instructor may have assigned a New Quizzes assessment.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Notes:
• The Course Navigation menu matches the browser version of your Canvas course. If Quizzes is not available in Course
Navigation, it will also be hidden from view in the app.
• All quiz question types display in the app browser. To view how to answer quiz questions, visit How do I answer each
type of question in a quiz?
Open Course
In the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Quizzes
Tap the Quizzes link.
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View Quizzes
View your quizzes.
Each quiz displays its title [1], due date and time [2], point total [3], and question total [4].
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Open Quiz
To open a quiz, tap the name of the quiz.
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Read Quiz Details
Read the details of the quiz.
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View Quiz Restrictions
If your quiz includes a restriction or a time limit, it will also be part of the quiz detail information.
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Take Quiz
Tap the Take Quiz button.
If your quiz is a timed quiz, you can hide/show the timer in the quiz by tapping the hide/show link.
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View Web Version
Tap the Take the Quiz button.
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Complete Quiz Questions
To complete the question, tap the answer choice [1], enter an answer in the text box, or upload a file (depending on the question
type).
To flag a question, tap the flag icon for that question [2]. To unflag the question, tap the flag again.
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Submit Quiz
When you are finished with your quiz, tap the Submit Quiz button.
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Confirm Submission
View your quiz submission.
If your instructor allows, you may be able to view your results in the browser version of Canvas. Tap the View Results button.
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How do I take a New Quizzes assessment in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can take a New Quizzes assessment on your mobile device. New Quizzes assessments are accessed from the
Assignments page. If you cannot find your assessment on the Assignments page, you may need to access a quiz from the
Quizzes page.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Note: The Course Navigation menu matches the browser version of your Canvas course. If Quizzes is not available in
Course Navigation, it will also be hidden from view in the app.
Open Course
In the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Assignments
Tap the Assignments link.
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Open Assessment
To open an assessment, tap the name of the assessment.
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Launch External Tool
Tap the Launch External Tool link.
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View Assessment Details
View the details for your assessment, including the description [1].
Depending on settings, your assessment may also include a time limit [2], due date [3], and number of attempts allowed, if
applicable.
If your assessment requires an access code, enter the code in the Access Code field and tap the Begin button [4].
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Take Quiz
To begin your assessment, tap the Begin button.
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Complete Quiz Questions
Complete the assessment per your instructor's instructions.
Your instructor may ask you to complete several types of questions. Each question will display its point value [1].
To pin a question to review later, tap the Pin icon [2].
If your assessment is a timed, the time remaining will display on the assessment page. To hide the timer, tap the Hide icon.
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Complete One Question at a Time
If your assessment displays one question at a time, you can advance to the next question by tapping the Next button [1].
If your assessment allows backtracking, you can return to previous questions by tapping the Previous button [2].
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Open Question Navigator
To open the Question Navigator, tap the Menu icon.
View Question Navigator
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The Question Navigator allows you to easily view all questions included in an assessment. To jump to a specific question, tap the
question [1].
All pinned questions will display in the Pinned Questions section [2]. To view a pinned question, tap the name of the question
[3].
To close the Question Navigator, tap the Close icon [4].
Submit Quiz
To submit the assessment, tap the Submit button.
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Confirm Submission
To confirm your submission, tap the Submit button.
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View Results
View the results for your assessment.
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How do I view quiz results in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can view quiz results in the Canvas Student app.
If you cannot find your quiz in the Quizzes page, your instructor may have assigned a New Quizzes assessment.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Note: The Course Navigation menu matches the browser version of your Canvas course. If Quizzes is not available in
Course Navigation, it will also be hidden from view in the app.
Open Course
Tap the course you wish to view.
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Open Quizzes
Tap the Quizzes link.
Note: You may have to swipe to view the Quizzes link.
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View Quizzes
View the quizzes in your course.
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Open Quiz
Tap the name of the quiz you want to view.
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Open Quiz Results
Tap the View Results button.
Note: Instructors have the option to restrict quiz results.
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View Quiz Results
Quiz results open in a browser window. You can view your overall quiz results at the top of the page [1]. You can also review the
quiz by question [2].
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How do I view the Syllabus in the Student app on my iOS device?
Canvas lets you access the Syllabus and course summary list from your mobile device.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Note: The Course Navigation menu matches the browser version of your Canvas course. If the Syllabus is not available in
Course Navigation, it will also be hidden from view in the app.
Open Course
In the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Syllabus
Tap the Syllabus link.
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View Syllabus
View your course syllabus [1].
To view your assignments and events, tap the Summary tab [2].
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View Course Summary
View the course summary list. The course summary list includes course events [1] and assignments, discussions, and quizzes [2].
Items in the course summary list are organized by date.
To open an assignment or event, tap the name of the item [3].
Note: If your instructor hides the course summary in the browser version of your course, it will be hidden in the Student app.
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Assignments
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How do I view Assignments in the Student app on my iOS device?
The Canvas Student app helps you keep track of all course assignments. You can also view newly created assignments or
changes to assignments in the Notifications tab.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Notes:
• The Course Navigation menu matches the browser version of your Canvas course. If Assignments is not available in
Course Navigation, it will also be hidden from view in the app.
• Although annotations are supported in the Canvas Student app, the Student Annotation Submissions assignment type
is not currently supported for mobile devices.
Open Course
In the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Assignments
Tap the Assignments link.
Note: You may need to swipe your screen to view the Assignments link.
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View Assignments
In the Canvas Student app, assignments are organized by assignment group.
Note: If grading periods are enabled in your course, you can also filter to view assignments by grading period.
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Open Assignment
To view an assignment, tap the name of the assignment.
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View Assignment Details
The Assignment Details page displays the assignment title, points possible, submission status, and due date [1]. You can also
view the assignment's submission types [2], as well as acceptable file types for file uploads if restricted by your instructor.
To view submission details and the assignment rubric, tap the Submission & Rubric link [3].
You can also view the assignment's description [4].
To submit your assignment, tap the Submit Assignment button [5].
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Switch to Dark and Light Mode
When the app theme is set to Dark Mode, you can switch between the different modes in the assignment details by tapping the
Switch to Dark Mode or Light Mode button.
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Submit Assignment
The Student app supports the following assignment submission types:
• Text Entry
• Website URL
• Media Recording
• File Upload
• Canvas Studio
• Student Annotation
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View External Tool Assignment
To submit an external tool assignment, tap the Launch External Tool button.
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View Locked Assignment
If an assignment is not yet available, the Assignment Details page displays the date and time the assignment will unlock.
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If the assignment availability date has passed, the Assignment Details page displays the date and time the assignment was
locked.
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How do I make a comment about an assignment in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can leave comments on an assignment to ask questions or provide feedback.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Course
In the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Assignments
Tap the Assignments link.
Note: You may have to swipe your screen to view the Assignments link.
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Open Assignment
Tap the name of the assignment.
Open Submission and Rubric
Tap the Submission & Rubric link.
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Open Submission Comments
In the submission details page, swipe up on the comments tab.
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Add Text Comment
To add a text comment, tap the Comment field and type your text [1]. Submit your comment by tapping the Send button [2].
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Add Media Comments
To add different comment type, tap the Add icon next to the comment field [1]. You can record an audio comment [2], record a
video comment [3], or upload a file [4].
Record Audio
To record audio, tap the Record button [1].
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To stop recording, tap the Stop button [2].
Preview and Send Audio Comment
To replay the audio, tap the Play button [1]. To re-record the audio, press the Delete button [2]. When you are finished, tap the
Send button [3].
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Record Video
To record a new video, tap the Record button. To stop recording, tap the button again.
Note: Canvas may ask permission to access your microphone.
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Use Video
To replay the video, tap the Play button [1]. If you want to re-record the video, tap the Retake button [2]. When you are finished,
tap the Use Video button [3].
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Choose File
Use the file picker to attach a file.
To take and then attach a camera or video file, tap the Camera icon [1].
To attach a file from your device image library, tap the Library icon [2].
To attach a file from your device files, tap the Files icon [3].
To scan a file, tap the Scanner icon [4].
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View Comment
View your comment.
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How do I view the rubric for my assignment in the Student app on my iOS device?
Your instructor may include a rubric as part of your assignment. A rubric is a set of criteria that your instructor will use to
grade your assignment. Before submitting your assignment, you view an assignment rubric to evaluate your own work and
make sure your assignment fulfills your instructor's requirements.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Note: Not all assignments may include a rubric.
Open Course
Tap the name of the course.
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Open Assignments
Tap the Assignments link.
Note: You may have to swipe to view the Assignments link.
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Open Assignment
Tap the name of the assignment.
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Open Submission and Rubric
In the Assignment Details page, tap the Submission & Rubric link.
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Open Rubric
Tap the Rubric link.
Note: The Rubric tab displays even if your instructor has not attached a rubric to the assignment.
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View Rubric
The Rubric tab displays rubric criteria [1], a link to the criterion description [2], and possible criterion ratings [3].
To view additional rubric criteria, swipe up.
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View Criterion Description
To view a description for a criterion, tap the criterion's Description link [1].
The criterion description displays in a new page [2]. When you are finished reviewing the criterion description, tap the Done link
[3].
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View Criterion Rating
To view a rating for a criterion, tap the criterion's Number button [1].
The criterion rating description displays below the criterion rating [2].
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How do I upload a file as an assignment submission in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can upload files from your iOS device for an assignment submission. Once you submit your assignment, you can verify
your assignment submission. You can also resubmit assignments if your instructor allows.
You can also submit an assignment from a third-party app, such as Google Drive and Dropbox.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Notes:
• Your instructor may restrict certain assignment types, including file uploads, so this option may not be available for
your assignment submission.
• If your assignment includes a link to a PDF file, you can add annotations as part of your submission.
• If enabled in the browser version of Canvas, you will see celebration animations when you submit an on-time
assignment in the Student app.
• To learn more about File Upload and Media Recording submissions in the Canvas Student app, view the Canvas Media
Comparison PDF.
• You can share files using the Share button on your device.
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Open Course
In the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Assignments
Tap the Assignments link.
Note: You may have to swipe your screen to view the Assignments link.
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Open Assignment
Tap the name of the assignment.
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View Assignment Details
The Assignment Details page displays information about your assignment, including the assignment's acceptable submission
types [1] and accepted file types, if applicable.
You can also leave assignment comments, view attached files, and view the assignment rubric from the Submission & Rubric link
[2].
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Submit from Assignment Details Page
Tap the Submit Assignment button.
Select File Upload
Tap the File Upload link.
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Select Upload Source
Using the file picker, select the source from which you wish to upload your file.
To take a picture or record a video with your device camera, tap the Camera link [1].
To select a file from your device library, tap the Library link [2].
To select a file from your device files, tap the Files link [3].
To scan a file with your device, tap the Scanner link [4].
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Scan File
To scan a document as your file submission, position the document in view and tap the Shutter button.
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To scan the document again, tap the Retake link [1]. To save the scanned document, tap the Keep Scan link [2]. If needed, adjust
the handles around the document [3]. To scan additional documents to add to your assignment submission, tap the Shutter
button [4].
Tap the Save button [5].
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Submit Assignment
Verify the file you have chosen for submission [1]. Then tap the Submit link [2].
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How do I submit a media file as an assignment submission in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can upload media files from your iOS device for an assignment submission. Once you submit your assignment, you can
verify your assignment submission. You can also resubmit assignments if your instructor allows.
You can also submit an assignment from a third-party app, such as Google Drive and Dropbox.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Notes:
• Your instructor may restrict certain assignment types, including media file uploads, so this option may not be available
for your assignment submission.
• If enabled in the browser version of Canvas, you will see celebration animations when you submit an on-time
assignment in the Student app.
• To learn more about File Upload and Media Recording submissions in the Canvas Student app, view the Canvas Media
Comparison resource document.
• You can share files using the Share button on your device.
Open Course
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In the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
Open Assignments
Tap the Assignments link.
Note: You may have to swipe your screen to view the Assignments link.
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Open Assignment
Tap the name of the assignment.
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View Assignment Details
The Assignment Details page displays information about your assignment, including the assignment's acceptable submission
types [1] and accepted file types, if applicable.
You can also leave assignment comments, view attached files, and view the assignment rubric from the Submission & Rubric link
[2].
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Submit from Assignment Details Page
Tap the Submit Assignment button.
Select Media Recording
Tap the Media Recording link.
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Select Media Source
Using the file picker, select the source from which you wish to upload your media file.
To record an audio submission using your device, tap the Audio link [1].
To record a video submission using your device, tap the Camera link [2].
To select a media file you have already recorded from your device library, tap the Library link [3].
To select a media file from your device files, tap the Files link [4].
To scan a media file with your device, tap the Scanner link [5].
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Record Audio File
Tap the Record icon to begin recording [1]. While recording, the stopwatch at the top of the screen displays the length of your
recording [2]. To stop recording, tap the Stop icon [3].
Preview Audio File
When you have stopped recording, you can preview your audio file.
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Submit Audio File
To delete your file and start again, tap the Delete button [1]. To submit your audio recording as your assignment submission, tap
the Send button [2].
Record Video File
Tap the Record icon to begin recording [1]. While recording, the stopwatch at the top of the screen displays the length of your
recording [2]. To stop recording, tap the Stop icon [3].
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Preview Video File
When you have stopped recording, you can preview your video file.
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Submit Video File
To delete your file and start again, tap the Retake button [1]. To submit your video recording as your assignment submission, tap
the Use Video button [2].
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How do I enter a website URL as an assignment submission in the Student app on my iOS
device?
You can enter a website URL as an assignment submission from your iOS device. Once you submit your assignment, you
can verify your assignment submission. You can also resubmit assignments if your instructor allows.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Notes:
• Your instructor may restrict certain assignment types, including URLs, so this option may not be available for your
assignment submission.
• If enabled in the browser version of Canvas, you will see celebration animations when you submit an on-time
assignment in the Student app.
Open Course
In the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Assignments
Tap the Assignments link.
Note: You may have to swipe your screen to view the Assignments link.
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Open Assignment
Tap the name of the assignment.
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View Assignment Details
The Assignment Details page displays information about your assignment, including the assignment's acceptable submission
types [1] and accepted file types, if applicable.
You can also leave assignment comments, view attached files, and view the assignment rubric from the Submission & Rubric
link [2].
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Submit from Assignment Details Page
Tap the Submit Assignment button.
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Select Website URL
Tap the Website URL link.
Enter URL
Type or paste the website URL in the website textbox [1].
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You can preview the link in the Preview field [2].
When you are ready to submit the assignment, tap the Submit link [3].
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How do I submit a text entry assignment in the Student app on my iOS device?
If your instructor has allowed a text entry assignment submission, you can type or copy and paste text as an assignment
submission using your iOS device. Once you submit your assignment, you can verify your assignment submission. You can
also resubmit assignments if your instructor allows.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Note: If enabled in the browser version of Canvas, you will see celebration animations when you submit an on-time
assignment in the Student app.
Open Course
In the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Assignments
Tap the Assignments link.
Note: You may have to swipe your screen to view the Assignments link.
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Open Assignment
Tap the name of the assignment.
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View Assignment Details
The Assignment Details page displays information about your assignment, including the assignment's acceptable submission
types [1] and accepted file types [2].
You can also leave assignment comments, view attached files, and view the assignment rubric from the Submission & Rubric link
[3].
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Submit from Assignment Details Page
Tap the Submit Assignment button.
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Select Text Entry
Tap the Text Entry link.
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Enter Text
Type or paste your text in the Enter Submission field.
Submit Text Entry
When you are ready to submit your entered text, tap the Submit link.
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How do I submit a Canvas Studio assignment in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can submit Canvas Studio assignments from your iOS device. Once you submit your assignment, you can verify your
assignment submission. You can also resubmit assignments if your instructor allows.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Notes:
• Your instructor may restrict certain assignment types, including Canvas Studio uploads. Additionally, your institution
may not have enabled Canvas Studio, so this option may not be available for your assignment submission.
• If enabled in the browser version of Canvas, you will see celebration animations when you submit an on-time
assignment in the Student app.
Open Course
On the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Assignments
Tap the Assignments link.
Note: You may have to swipe your screen to view the Assignments link.
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Open Assignment
Tap the name of the assignment.
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View Assignment Details
The Assignment Details page displays information about your assignment, including the assignment's acceptable submission
types [1] and accepted file types, if applicable.
You can also leave assignment comments, view attached files, and view the assignment rubric from the Submission & Rubric link
[2].
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Submit from Assignment Details Page
Tap the Submit Assignment button.
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Select Studio
Tap the Studio link.
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View Studio in App
The Canvas Studio LTI tool opens to the My Library page in the app [1]. You can select media displayed on the My Library page
[2], search for your Studio media [3], or upload new media [4].
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Select Studio Media
Once you have located the media you wish to use, tap the media tile.
Select Embed Options
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By default, Studio displays the Studio Media Tabs which include the Details, Comments, Insights, and Captions tabs. To disable
media tabs on your Studio submission, tap the Display Media Tabs option [1].
To allow others to download your Studio media, tap the Display Download Option option [2].
Submit Studio Assignment
To submit your selected media, tap the Embed button.
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How do I submit a PDF assignment with annotations in the Student app on my iOS device?
Canvas allows you to add annotations to PDF files for assignment submissions. Available annotations include highlight,
underline, squiggly, strikeout, free text, and drawing.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Notes:
• If enabled in the browser version of Canvas, you will see celebration animations when you submit an on-time
assignment in the Student app.
• If you need to edit your PDF annotations, tap the file link in the assignment description and submit the assignment
again.
• PDF annotations are automatically saved.
Open Course
On the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Assignments
Tap the Assignments link.
Note: You may have to swipe your screen to view the Assignments link.
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Open Assignment
Tap the assignment you want to open.
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Open Link
Tap the file link in the assignment's Description field.
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Edit PDF
Tap the Edit icon.
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View Toolbar
Use the toolbar to select your annotation tools.
To add highlight, underline, squiggle, or strikethrough text annotations, tap the Text Formatting icon [1].
To type text or add a comment, tap the Free Text icon [2].
To add color annotations, tap the Pen icon [3].
To highlight text, tap the Highlight icon [4].
To free-draw shape annotations, tap the Drawing icon [5].
To erase changes, tap the Eraser icon [6].
To draw arrows, lines, or shape annotations, tap the Line icon [7].
To add a link as an annotation, tap the Link icon [8].
To undo or redo an annotation, tap the Arrow icons [9].
To close the toolbar, tap the Close icon [10].
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To move the toolbar, tap and hold the drag handle [11], and move it to the new location. The toolbar can be relocated to either
side of the screen.
Use Text Annotation Tool
To view the text annotation options, tap and hold the Text Formatting icon [1].
The Text Format option allows you to highlight [2], underline [3], squiggle [4], and strikethrough [5] text.
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Change Text Annotation Color
To change the text annotation tool color, tap the color icon [1], then tap to select a color [2]. To dismiss the menu and add
annotations, swipe down on the menu [3].
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Use Free Text Annotation Tool
To view the text annotation options, tap and hold the Free Text icon [1]. You can select to add text [2] or add comments [3].
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Select Free Text Formatting
To format your text annotations, tap the color icon [1]. You can preview your formatting options in the Sample field [2]. You can
adjust the font size [3] and color [4]. To dismiss the options and add annotations, swipe down on the menu [5].
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Use Pen Annotation Tool
You can draw thin lines, bold lines, and shapes. Tap the Pen icon.
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Select Pen Formatting
To format your pen annotations, tap the color icon [1]. You can preview your formatting options in the Sample field [2]. You can
adjust the pen thickness [3] and color [4]. For more color options, tap the Color menu [5].
To dismiss the options and add annotations, swipe down on the menu [6].
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Use Highlight Annotation Tool
You can highlight text. Tap the Highlight icon.
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Select Highlight Formatting
To format your highlight annotations, tap the color icon [1]. You can preview your formatting options in the Sample field [2]. You
can adjust the highlight thickness [3] and color [4]. For more color options, tap the Color menu [5].
To dismiss the options and add annotations, swipe down on the menu [6].
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Use Free-Draw Annotation Tool
You can free-draw lines and shapes. Tap the Free-Draw icon.
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Select Free-Draw Formatting
To format your free-draw annotations, tap the color icon [1]. You can preview your formatting options in the Sample field [2].
You can adjust the free-draw thickness [3] and color [4]. For more color options, tap the Color menu [5].
To dismiss the options and add annotations, swipe down on the menu [6].
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Use Line Annotation Tool
To view the line annotation options, tap and hold the Line icon [1]. You can draw arrows [2], lines [3], and shapes [4].
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Select Line Formatting
To format your line annotations, tap the color icon [1]. You can preview your formatting options in the Sample field [2]. You can
adjust the line thickness [3] and color [4]. For more color options, tap the Color menu [5].
To dismiss the options and add annotations, swipe down on the menu [6].
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Use Link Annotation Tool
You can add links as annotations. Tap the Link icon [1]. Then tap and drag to select the area where you wish to add your link [2].
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Create Links
To link the selected area to another page in the same document, tap the Link to Page option [1]. Enter a page number [2] or tap
to select a page [3].
To add a website link to the selected area, tap the Link to Website option [4]. Enter a URL in the Website Address field [5].
Preview your content in the Website Preview window [6].
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Close Annotations
When you are finished adding annotations, tap the Close icon [1] or tap the Edit icon [2].
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Open Share Menu
Tap the Share icon [1] and then tap the Student button [2].
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Add Submission Comments
Type your assignment comments in the Comments field.
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Submit Assignment
Tap the Submit link.
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How do I annotate a file as an assignment submission in the Student app on my iOS device?
Your instructor may upload a file for you to annotate as your assignment submission. You can annotate and submit a file as
your assignment submission within the Student app.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Notes:
• If enabled in the browser version of Canvas, you will see celebration animations when you submit an on-time
assignment in the Student app.
• If you need to edit your PDF annotations, tap the file link in the assignment description and submit the assignment
again.
• Group assignments do not support the student annotation submission type.
Open Course
In the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Assignments
Tap the Assignments link.
Note: You may need to swipe your screen to view Assignments in the menu.
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Open Assignment
Tap the assignment you want to open.
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Start Assignment
Tap the Submit Assignment button.
Open Student Annotation
Tap the Student Annotation link.
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View Toolbar
In the toolbar you can manage your annotations.
To add a note or comment, tap the Note icon [1].
To highlight text, tap the Highlight icon [2].
To format text or add a note, tap and hold the Text Formatting icon [3].
To strikethrough text, tap the Strikethrough icon [4].
To add shapes, tap the Line icon [5].
To add drawings, tap and hold the Drawing icon [6].
To view more options (eraser, undo, and redo), tap the Options icon [7].
To return to the previous screen, tap the Close link [8].
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Submit Assignment
Tap the Submit link.
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How do I submit an assignment from a third-party app to the Student app on my iOS device?
Canvas makes it easy to submit assignments on your mobile device by linking them from third-party apps, such as Google
Drive, Dropbox, and Microsoft OneDrive.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Notes:
• Before uploading an assignment to the Canvas Student app:
• the assignment must already be uploaded to the third-party app.
• the third-party app must be installed on your iOS device.
• If enabled in the browser version of Canvas, you will see celebration animations when you submit an on-time
assignment in the Student app.
• To learn more about File Upload submissions in the Canvas Student app, view the Canvas Media Comparison PDF.
Open Third-party App
On your iOS device, tap to open the third-party app.
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Submit from Dropbox App
Locate the file you wish to submit as a Canvas assignment [1]. Tap the Options icon next to the file name [2].
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Export Dropbox File
Tap the Export link.
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Open in App
Tap the Open In... link [1]. Then tap the Submit Assignment link [2].
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Submit from Google Drive App
Locate the file you wish to submit as a Canvas assignment [1]. Then tap the Options icon next to the file name [2].
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Open File in Canvas
Tap the Open in link [1]. Once the file is prepared for export, tap the Submit Assignment link [2].
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Submit from Microsoft OneDrive App
Tap the name of the file you wish to submit as a Canvas assignment [1]. Then tap the Share icon [2].
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Send a Copy to Canvas
Tap the Send a Copy link [1]. Then tap the Submit Assignment link [2].
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Select Course
Tap the Course menu [1]. The Course list displays a list of your current Canvas courses. Select the course where you will submit
your assignment by tapping the name of a course [2]. Your selected course displays a check icon [3].
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Select Assignment
Tap the Assignment menu [1]. The Assignment list displays an alphabetical list of all assignments in your course. Select the
assignment for your submission by tapping the name of the assignment [2]. Your selected assignment displays a Check icon [3].
Note: The assignment list displays all assignments in a course, including locked assignments.
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Add Submission Comment
To include a comment with your assignment submission, tap the Comments... field.
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Submit Assignment
To submit your assignment, tap the Submit button.
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View Submission Success in Student App
You can verify your assignment submission from the assignment's Assignment Details page in the Canvas Student app.
Note: If you attempted to submit a file to a locked assignment, the Assignment Details page does not display a submission
success notification and instead displays assignment availability dates.
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How do I verify my assignments were submitted in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can view your assignment type submission to verify it was submitted correctly.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Course
On the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Assignments
Tap the Assignments link.
Note: You may have to swipe your screen to view the Assignments link.
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Open Assignment
Tap the name of the assignment.
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View Assignment Details Page
The assignment details page displays a submitted timestamp when an assignment is successfully submitted.
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Open Submission and Rubric
To view your submission, scroll and then tap the Submission and Rubric link.
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View Submission
The Submission page displays your most recent submission.
Note: To view older submissions, tap the arrow icon, then select a submission from the list.
Turn In Assignment
If you do not have any assignment submissions, you can turn in your assignment by tapping the Submit Assignment button.
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How do I resubmit an assignment in the Student app on my iOS device?
If your instructor allows you to resubmit assignments, you can resubmit an assignment.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Course
On the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Assignments
Tap the Assignments link.
Note: You may need to swipe your screen to view the Assignments link.
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Open Assignment
Tap the name of the assignment.
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View Assignment Submission Details
The Assignment Details page displays your submission details.
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Resubmit Assignment
Tap the Resubmit Assignment button.
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How do I view assignment comments from my instructor in the Student app on my iOS device?
You can view comments from your instructor as part of your submitted assignment.
You can also make a comment in your assignment.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Course
On the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Assignments
Tap the Assignments link.
Note: You may have to swipe your screen to view the Assignments link.
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Open Assignment
Tap the name of the assignment.
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View Assignment Details
The Assignment Details page includes a time stamp indicating when you submitted your assignment [1] as well as the grade you
received [2].
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If score statistics are visible in your course, you can view score statistics below your grade in the Assignment Details page.
Open Submission and Rubric
Tap the Submission & Rubric link.
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View Submission
The Submission details page displays your most recent submission.
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View Annotations
If your instructor has left annotations in your document submission, they display in the Submissions details page [1].
Annotations may include comments. Tap the annotation [2], then tap the Comments link [3].
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View Annotation Comments
Comments display on the Comments page [1].
To reply to a comment, type in the Reply field [2], then tap the Send button [3]. When done, tap the Done link [4].
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View Submission Comments
Tap the Comments tab [1].
Any comments from your instructor display in the window [2]. Your instructor may also leave media comments [3]. To play a
media comment, tap the Play icon [4].
Your instructor can also leave document attachments on your assignment submission [5].
You can also make comment on your submission [6].
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View Rubric Comments
Your instructor may also choose to leave comments in your assignment rubric. To view rubric comments, tap the Rubric tab [1].
Comments display below rubric criterion ratings [2].
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Admin Features
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How do I act as a user in the Student app on my iOS device?
Acting a user allows admins to login as the user without a password. You can take any action as though you are the user but
the audit logs will show that you performed the tasks while acting as a user. Only admins with the correct permissions can
act as other users.
You can act as a user from the User Menu. Make sure you have the user's ID associated with the correct Canvas URL.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Note: When acting as a user, language preferences do not apply and will always be shown in the default language.
Open User Menu
To open the User Menu, tap the Menu icon.
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Act as User
Tap the Act as User link.
Note: If the Act as User link is not available in your User Menu, you do not have the permission to perform this action.
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Enter User ID
In the User ID field [1], enter the Canvas ID number for the user. The domain will already be populated for you [2]. Then tap the
Act as User button [3].
Note: The user's Canvas ID can be found as part of the user's URL in the web version of Canvas. Make sure you have the user's
ID associated with the correct Canvas URL.
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View App as User
View the Student app as the user. A magenta border [1] and the user's Profile icon displays on every page while you are acting as
the user [2].
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Stop Acting as User
To stop acting as user, tap the user's Profile icon.
Return to Account
To confirm and return to your account, tap the OK button.
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How do I streamline Canvas Student app login for iOS devices at my institution?
You can simplify the Canvas Student app login process by configuring your Mobile Device Management (MDM) provider.
Students may be directed to your institution's Canvas login page, or you can configure direct login access for students.
Canvas supports authentication with a variety Mobile Device Management (MDM). Authentication must be configured in
your MDM interface.
Note: The information in this lesson only affects iOS devices. Student using Android devices will not notice any changes to
their login screen.
Specify Host for Login
You can configure your institution MDM to display a direct link to your institution's Canvas login page in the Canvas Student
app.
To specify a host in your institution's MDM profile configuration, enter the following in your MDM configuration field.
<dict>
<key>enableLogin</key>
<true/>
<key>host</key>
<string>institution URL</string>
</dict>
Institution Specific Data
You must enter your institution URL in the authentication string. For example, if your institution url is
https://canvas.instructure.com, enter canvas.instructure.com.
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View Student Login
When students open the Canvas Student app on their iOS device, a Log In button displays.
When students tap the Log In button, they are directed to the specified host configuration login page.
Specify Direct Login
Alternatively, you can configure your institution MDM to automatically log in student users from the Canvas Student app login
page.
To enable direct login for student users in your institution's MDM profile configuration, enter the following:
<dict>
<key>enableLogin</key>
<true/>
<key>users</key>
<array>
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<dict>
<key>host</key>
<string>institution URL</string>
<key>username</key>
<string>student username</key>
<key>password</key>
<string>student password</string>
</dict>
</array>
</dict>
Institution Specific Data
To correctly configure Direct Login for students at your institution, you must specify the following data for each MDM profile.
• Institution URL: enter your institution URL. For example, if your institution url is https://canvas.instructure.com, enter
canvas.instructure.com.
• Student Username: enter student usernames for whom you wish to set up direct login.
• Student Password: enter student passwords for whom you wish to set up direct login.
Configuring Direct Login for Multiple Students
To configure Direct Login for multiple MDM profiles, the above string must be configured in each profile.
To configure Direct Login for multiple students in one MDM profile, add a host, username, password string for each student in
the profile. This configuration might look like this:
<dict>
<key>enableLogin</key>
<true/>
<key>users</key>
<array>
<dict>
<key>host</key>
<string>institution URL</string>
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<key>username</key>
<string>student username1</key>
<key>password</key>
<string>student password1</string>
</dict>
<dict>
<key>host</key>
<string>institution URL</string>
<key>username</key>
<string>student username2</key>
<key>password</key>
<string>student password2</string>
</dict>
</array>
</dict>
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View Student Direct Login
When MDM direct login is configured, the Canvas Student app displays a Previous Logins section.
When a student taps their name, they are directly logged in to the Canvas Student app, where they can access their Canvas
courses.
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