External Apps add functionality to a Canvas course. For example, an instructor may want to include a study aid (flashcards, mini-quizzes, etc.) to help students better understand the concepts being taught.
Admins can add external apps for accounts and subaccounts via XML, URL, or manual configuration.
If apps do not already exist for a course, instructors can add external apps in their courses to create additional learning paths for students. External apps can be added to Modules, Course Navigation, the Rich Content Editor, and Assignments.
In the Rich Content Editor, external apps can be accessed from the Apps icon or added to the toolbar for an account.