How do I set up or change my notifications?

Notification Preferences (Video)

How do I add my cell phone to get notifications?

User Settings & Profile Picture (Video)

How do I add a profile picture?

User Settings & Profile Picture (All Users)

How do I send and receive email in Canvas?

How do I use the Calendar?

Calendar (Students)

How can I see what my assignments are?

Assignments Overview (Students)
- Note: Your teacher may have your class set up a bit differently than in the video. Contact your instructor if you can't locate something.

How do I submit an assignment?

Assignment Submissions (Students)

How do I participate in a discussion in Canvas?

Discussions (Students)

How do I take a quiz, test, or exam in Canvas?

Quizzes (Students)

How can I see my grades?

Grades (Students)

How can I use my cell phone with Canvas?

Note: Online and hybrid classes still require a laptop or desktop computer. The app should not be used as your only access to Canvas because it does not have all the required functions needed to take an online or hybrid class. See the technology requirements here.

Canvas for iOS (video)
Canvas for Android (video)

How do I get the app?

Contact Distance Learning at dl@nwacc.edu if you need assistance.