How do I find connections on Canvas Student ePortfolios?
Adding connections in Canvas Student ePortfolios is a great way to network and learn about potential opportunities. You can find connections in several different locations - the suggestions page, the discover page, other profiles, or searching by name.
When you send a connection request you have the option to send a short message introducing yourself or greeting the new connection. Your connection request will be notified when you send a request, and you will be notified when they accept your request.
Search for Connections
![Search for Connections](https://media.screensteps.com/image_assets/assets/005/370/127/original/17d3930a-5576-4b31-b44b-af1d33ac56e9.png)
Locate the user you would like to connect with by typing their name in the Search field [1] and then clicking the link to filter search results by people [2].
Connect with User
![Connect with User](https://media.screensteps.com/image_assets/assets/003/685/594/original/1bbb757d-dfdf-41a3-8f4c-bff41231a029.png)
Click the Connect link.
Send Message
![Send Message](https://media.screensteps.com/image_assets/assets/003/685/596/original/3b4b702d-ce61-4520-9bbb-0126a3b2f0a2.png)
When you request to connect with another user you can include a message introducing yourself. The request window includes default text, however, you can make any edits to the text before you send the request.
Send Without Message
![Send Without Message](https://media.screensteps.com/image_assets/assets/003/685/600/original/c018d30d-40f4-4975-82af-9a9ce8394773.png)
To send a connection request without a message, click the Send without a message toggle. The user will receive a notification of your connection request, but will not receive a message in their inbox.
Send Request
![Send Request](https://media.screensteps.com/image_assets/assets/003/685/592/original/83f1fff4-99d7-4341-a754-54650fa2b3a6.png)
When you are ready to send the connection request, click the Send button. The user will be notified you have sent a connection request.
View Pending Request
![View Pending Request](https://media.screensteps.com/image_assets/assets/003/685/602/original/ee881523-3183-45e1-ae28-85f6ea7d4bf3.png)
After you have sent the request the Connect button will update to indicate the connection is pending. You will receive a notification when the user accepts your request.