How do I download a single file as an instructor?

You can download a single file from any file storage area in Canvas.

Open Files

In Course Navigation, click the Files link.

Click the line item for the file [1]. Click the Download icon [2]. Or click the Options icon [3] and then click the Download link [4].

Your file will download to your desktop. Open the appropriate folder to view the file.

How do I delete a file or folder as an instructor?

How do I download a folder in ZIP format as an instructor?

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