[ARCHIVED] Change Full Name & Display Name

[tsmit155]

How do I change my display name in canvas?  When I go to my account settings and try to edit, it no longer gives me the option to edit my full name or my display name. 

[Chris_Hofer · Accepted solution]

Hello  @tsmit155 ...

Please review the information found in one of these Guides:

How do I edit my profile in my user account as a student?

How do I edit my profile in my user account as an instructor?

It may not be possible for you to update your name on your own, however.  Some schools that utilize Canvas as their LMS (Learning Management System) do not allow users to change their name as that information is brought over from the school's SIS (Student Information System).  You would want to talk with your school's local Canvas administrator or someone at your school's Online Learning/eLearning department to see if this is a possibility for you.

I hope this helps!  Let Community members know if you have any other questions about this...thanks!