Community help

taevans · 2021-10-21

We have a course that is in registration now with a start date for early November. Enrollments are going fine and students are restricted from viewing the course before the start date. There is also a time limit set for the course. Now, this normall...

JamesMeng · 2021-10-12

I hope this is the appropriate place to ask this question. If not, please refer me to the proper place. I am trying to develop a program that uses the Catalog API to identify dropped courses. When a student enrolls in a course, I can query the API a...

rgudmundson · 2021-10-11

Hello! Is there a way to edit and delete existing tags in Catalog?

vebicae · 2021-10-10

Hi everyone, I'm seeking your wisdom on a few Catalog aspects. Question 1: Can the enrolment process be streamlined or bypassed in anyway? The current Catalog enrolment process, is five (5) steps between finding a 'course' and getting to the Canvas s...

SiyonKart · 2021-10-09

Hey everyone, I just joined VidMate Mobdro this "Catalog Users" Group Hub and I was wondering if anyone can tell me the purpose of this group and what it does. Thanks

jsowalsk · 2021-09-30

Hi everyone, I just wanted to send a reminder that the next Catalog Users Group meeting will be on Friday, October 1st. Please add items to the agenda that you would like to discuss: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1S0HCT3ifa1ligWnQRLhSZgOUu6VLmMW...

jsowalsk · 2021-09-23

Hi everyone, I just wanted to let you know that the next Catalog Users Group meeting will be on Friday, October 1st. Please add items to the agenda that you would like to discuss: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1S0HCT3ifa1ligWnQRLhSZgOUu6VLmMWvGW...

birger_eriksson · 2021-09-07

Hi, Please upvote request of a sign in button on the course detail page for already registered users! https://community.canvaslms.com/t5/Idea-Conversations/Sign-in-button-in-Catalog/idi-p/483021

birger_eriksson · 2021-09-07

Hi, I just wanted to send a feature idea for upvoting. Please give us a rich text editor and more variables for Certificates in Catalog https://community.canvaslms.com/t5/Idea-Conversations/Certificate-improvments-in-Catalog/idi-p/482888

jsowalsk · 2021-09-01

In case you didn't see the blog post, I am post it here: https://community.canvaslms.com/t5/The-Product-Blog/bg-p/tldr

canvas_support6 · 2021-08-25

Hi, I noticed in two of our environments a new Account Admin was created called Catalog API (DON'T DELETE). We place restrictions on our top level account users and have been removing these types of accounts for a while. I assume Canvas has creat...

bromanski · 2021-08-16

Currently, the Catalog Listings page is very difficult to manage and navigate. There is already a feature request to be able to sort by Visibility which is definitely needed, but this is a related platform improvement request to be able to Search/Fi...

jsowalsk · 2021-08-09

Hi everyone, When you get a moment, please upvote my feature request to have a year added to the course card: https://community.canvaslms.com/t5/Idea-Conversations/Display-Year-for-Start-and-End-Date-of-a-Canvas-Catalog-Course/idi-p/476018 Jessic...

aleisha_jade · 2021-08-08

We would like to be able to include a student's unique Canvas ID on their certificate (or another kind of unique ID) to mitigate risk around fraudulent certificates. Does anyone know if this is possible and, if so, how to go about doing this? Thanks.

KennethSzymansk · 2021-07-19

Looks like the sender is always "Canvas Catalog". Is it possible to customize this display name - similar to how it can be customized for Canvas notifications?

canvas_support6 · 2021-07-01

Firstly this is a Canvas Catalog question. Let me know if I am asking this question in the wrong location. I want to build an integration that needs to poll Canvas Catalog with a high volume of calls and need to know the calling limitations. What is ...

BrennaBateman · 2021-07-01

Hello! I'm a fairly new Canvas user (Instructional/Curriculum Designer role), so I apologize if I don't know exactly how to describe what I'm looking for! I'm curious if Canvas has a feature where I can digitally list out every Assignment/Requiremen...

kbratisax · 2021-06-22

I'm working on a custom Catalog Certificate and I'm wondering if there is anyway to add a variable for # of credits? Our learners will want to see the the number of credits they earned for completion. I know I can manually add in text, but it would b...

astokes28 · 2021-06-11

Is there a way to add the image icons that identify catalog listing categories without a script? If a script is required, is there a database or bank with the script that can be used for this? I've seen catalogs brand courses and programs separately....

mando-fr · 2021-02-17

Hello community. i come to you because i started using Catalog and im having some issues in applying changes in java script and css, im not a web developer so im a basic user and my question is: where i cand find a cheat java script and css so i ca...

ban0706 · 2021-02-04

We are considering investing in Canvas Catalog to host fee-based PD. We need the option for customers to select their preferred method - credit card, purchase order or PayPal. We work with school districts and some can pay with credit card and some w...

AlexeiB · 2020-10-02

Hello I am trying to create Catalog entry though the API call. Course created successfully but there is no Listing image. (URL http://myfavoritehosting.edu/mywebapp/catalogimage.jpg is definitely valid and accessible) Any ideas or suggestions why? ...

l_hankin · 2020-09-23

I am curious about how others are setting up their subcatalogs in order to allow for multiple item(index/budget) codes on the payment side?We are stuck in a limbo where Cashnet is saying that they would need the item codes specified via the payment g...

univsys · 2020-09-18

A student encountered an issue when trying to register for a free course.The student shows up in the revenue report multiple times in catalog, but did not show under "people" as a student in the course in canvas.A few weeks ago, I registered for this...

moody002 · 2020-07-29

How do I browse the course catalog?

buddyhall · 2020-06-10

Do you know if it is possible to resend email notifications from catalog? Specifically the one to finish setting up your account and create a password and the one with your enrollment confirmation and receipt details.

TinaMSwanton · 2020-05-01

Hi all. I am new to Catalog and we have not officially launched yet but I am trying to ensure I've got the proper processes in place. Just wondering how do you handle refunds? We are using authorize.net. Does Catalog notify you as the admin when a co...

tamara_ticknor · 2020-04-17

Are there functionality difference between the Canvas dashboard, and the Canvas Catalog dashboard? Are there limitation or benefits using one over the other?Thank you.

fosterl · 2020-02-13

Have other institutions issued API Keys for Catalog development? We have just done our first one, so far only in Beta. It's a bit concerning, because we have various units at our institutions in subcatalogs, and providing an API Key is for the entire...

dljoyork · 2020-02-03

I don't see any training materials for Catalog in the Training Services Portal. I believe there were some on the old training platform. Is anything available? I'm a new sub-catalog admin and reading through the Catalog Guide has left me wanting a ...

matekiss · 2025-11-17

Keep learner records accurate with Post-Registration UDF Editing in Catalog. Now you can update license numbers, phone numbers, and more via API after enrollment. Eliminate manual errors and sync data instantly for compliance and admin clarity.

matekiss · 2025-11-11

Canvas Catalog now integrates with Flywire, simplifying global payments for continuing education, executive training, and professional programs.

matekiss · 2025-11-03

Boost course starts with timely follow-ups. Post-Enrollment Nudges in Canvas Catalog let you automate personalized messages to students after they enroll, helping them get started faster and stay engaged from day one.

matekiss · 2025-10-20

The Canvas Catalog integration with Salesforce now includes 28 datasets and over 300 data objects. Admins can track enrollments, progress, orders, and more directly in Salesforce, eliminating manual exports and improving real-time decision-making.

matekiss · 2025-10-13

Recover enrollments with Abandoned Cart Nudges in Canvas Catalog. Automatically follow up with learners who leave before checkout and bring them back. Simple to set up, personalized to convert, and designed to grow your programs with less effort.

matekiss · 2025-09-15

We are excited to announce Listing Lifecycle Management in Canvas Catalog. This new feature gives administrators a powerful way to manage outdated listings without deleting valuable data.

matekiss · 2025-09-03

Canvas Catalog now includes a dedicated Instructor field, allowing admins to highlight who leads each course. Improve transparency, build trust, and help learners make more informed enrollment decisions.

matekiss · 2025-08-25

When learners view a badge, they now see the Canvas Catalog course that awards it, making the path from interest to action easier than ever.

matekiss · 2025-08-18

Canvas Catalog now meets the highest global accessibility standard (WCAG 2.2 AA), making it fully usable for all learners.

matekiss · 2025-08-11

Gain real-time insights and send timely messages across Catalog without writing a single line of code. Discover how this integration helps institutions improve enrollment, support learners, and drive completion.

matekiss · 2025-08-04

Canvas Catalog’s new Deadline Nudging feature brings automation to student engagement. This release focuses on deadline-based reminders, with more nudge types coming soon to support a complete learner journey from enrollment to completion.

matekiss · 2025-07-07

Run secure, exclusive campaigns with precision. Catalog now supports one-time-use promo codes and advanced usage limits to give you full control over who redeems your promotions.

matekiss · 2025-05-26

Greater control, same consistency: Hierarchical Storefront Inheritance is here. Customize subcatalogs without sacrificing your brand integrity.

matekiss · 2025-04-28

Save hours of admin work and scale your Catalog with confidence using the new Copy Listing feature.

matekiss · 2025-04-14

Help learners find the value they’re looking for, faster.

matekiss · 2025-03-31

Smarter course suggestions, powered by real data. The new Recommendations Engine in Canvas Catalog helps learners discover frequently bought together courses, right when they’re making enrollment decisions.

ShelbySchaefer · 2025-03-25

Discover what’s top of mind for today’s career learning leaders—from skills-based frameworks to AI-powered efficiency—in our latest customer discovery session recap.

shirenv · 2025-03-24

Ideas, Customer Discovery Sessions, and Early Adopter groups are exciting, but our efforts go beyond that. Here’s how we’ve been further strengthening our partnership:

matekiss · 2025-02-17

Help shape the future of Catalog! Vote for the new homepage design and make your voice count. Voting closes March 20—don’t miss out!

matekiss · 2025-02-12

Introducing Course & Program Recommendations in Catalog

matekiss · 2025-02-11

Catalog is improving accessibility with updates to the legacy homepage. Now in beta, changes go live March 10.

matekiss · 2025-02-03

Got ideas for custom registration messages in Canvas Catalog? Share your thoughts by Feb 28!

DoraJekkel · 2025-01-08

Imagine a learning catalog that doesn’t just list courses but paints a clear picture of achievement and growth. With badges and pathways integrated directly into Canvas Catalog, learners can now visualize their journey before they even enroll. It's n...

matekiss · 2024-12-31

Discover how Canvas Catalog evolved in 2024 with innovative features, user-driven updates, and a focus on delivering value for your institution!

matekiss · 2024-12-17

Discover relevant courses with ease! The Recommendations Feature is now in Beta—shape its future with your feedback by Feb 2nd.

matekiss · 2024-12-12

Canvas Catalog header updates on Jan 6: New H1 'Listings' title on the homepage and 'Browse Listings' shifts from H1 to H2. Check your custom JS/CSS!

matekiss · 2024-12-09

Canvas Catalog meets Credentials! Starting Jan 6, showcase Badges & Pathways to elevate learner experience and drive institutional impact.

matekiss · 2024-12-03

Discover new Canvas Catalog updates: Multiselect UDFs & Self-paced text removal now live, plus Permission-based Integration Tab in Beta today!

matekiss · 2024-11-20

Discover how our latest enhancements streamline the checkout experience and give institutions greater control over listings presentation. Explore these user-focused updates now in beta, with production launch next week!

matekiss · 2024-11-05

Explore the upgraded Canvas Catalog Category Menu, now in Beta! Enjoy a sleek new design, faster load times, intuitive pagination, and enhanced deletion safeguards. Dive in and share your feedback!

Published: 11-19-2025