How do I navigate and use Files in Canvas?
Apr 24, 2026
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Managing Files in Canvas
Learn how to use the Files area in Canvas from the resources below. Please note, you will not be able to upload files larger than 500 MB. For sharing videos we recommend that you use Kaltura to upload and host your video, then embed it or link to it in your Canvas site.
Further Resources
- Canvas Files resources
- How do I use Files?
- How do I move and organize my files?
- How do I create a folder in Files?
- How do I upload a file in Files?
- How do I bulk upload files?
- How do I rename a file or folder?
- How do I upload ZIP files in Files?
- How do I delete a file or folder in Files?
- How do I download a file or folder?
- How do I download a folder in ZIP format?
- How do I preview a file in Files?
- How do I allow students to attach files to a course discussion?
