Canvas allows you to add annotations to PDF files for assignment submissions.
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.
- If your instructor includes a file in Modules, you may use the same PDF annotations as submitting a PDF assignment.
Open Course
In the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
Open Assignments
Tap the Assignments link.
Note: You may need to swipe your screen to view Assignments in the menu.
Open Assignment
Tap the assignment you want to open.
Open Link
Tap the file link in the assignment's Description field.
Edit PDF
Tap the Edit icon.
View Toolbar
In the toolbar you can manage your annotations.
To add a note or comment, tap and hold the Comment icon [1].
To format text or add a note, tap and hold the Text Formatting icon [2].
To add drawings, tap and hold the Drawing icon [3].
To erase an annotation, tap and hold the Eraser icon [4].
To undo or redo annotations, tap the Undo or Redo icons [5].
To return to the previous screen, tap the Close icon [6].
Use Text Formatting Options
The Text Format option allows you to type text [1], highlight [2], and strikethrough text [3].
Use Drawing Options
The Ink option allows you to draw on the document [1]. The Rectangle option allows you to add a rectangle to a section of the document [2].
Open Options
When you are finished adding annotations, tap the Options icon.
Submit Assignment
Tap the Submit Assignment link.
Turn in Assignment
When you are ready to submit your assignment, tap the Turn In link.
