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Using Files
Files can be added to Modules, Assignments, or Pages, but they are automatically arranged in alphabetical order and cannot be manually rearranged.
Canvas users can access files (documents, images, media, etc.) in three different locations:
- Personal files: Found in each user's profile (students, teachers, and TAs)
- Course files: Located within each course (accessible to students, teachers, and TAs unless locked by the instructor)
- Group files: Available in each group for students and teachers who are enrolled in groups
As an instructor, the Files tool in Canvas allows you to store and manage files and assignments. You can upload single or multiple files, view file details, preview files, publish or unpublish files, set usage rights, and restrict access. The Files tool is designed with responsive design, so the folder navigation, file displays, and file names automatically adjust to fit the width of your browser window.
User Files
User files consist of profile pictures, uploaded assignment submissions, and any other files stored in your personal Canvas file storage area. By default, each user is allocated 50 MB of storage space in Canvas, though administrators can adjust this quota for the entire institution.
Course Files
Course files encompass all content uploaded to your course. Each course is allocated 500 MB of storage space in Canvas by default (with Free-for-Teacher accounts limited to 250 MB). Administrators have the ability to adjust this quota either for the entire institution or on a course-by-course basis. Files uploaded to your course do not count against your personal file storage quota.
Group Files
As an instructor, you may be added to a group within your institution. Group files consist of any content uploaded to your group workspace, including assignment submissions, project files, and other group-related materials. By default, each group is given 50 MB of storage space in Canvas, though administrators can adjust this quota for the entire institution or for individual groups.
Group files are automatically published when uploaded. Since groups function like mini courses, all group members have equal permissions to manage files, including uploading, publishing, restricting access, and deleting files.
Canvas Instructor Guides
How do I use Files as an instructor?
How do I view my user files as an instructor?
How do I view course files as an instructor?
How do I view group files as an instructor?