Canvas by Instructure Release Notes (Android 5.2)

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Instructure Alumni
Instructure Alumni

In this Canvas by Instructure update users can create course nicknames. The app also includes updates to Discussions, Files, and the Calendar.

 

Download the Canvas by Instructure app in the Play Store. Version 5.2 requires Android 4.0.3 or later.

 

  New Features

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Dashboard

Course Nicknames

Users can create nicknames for their courses to help them organize their courses on the Dashboard. Course nicknames appear in the Dashboard, course navigation menus, and notification emails. A course nickname does not affect the course name at the account or course level; it only changes the name of the course for the individual user who created the nickname.

 

 

 

  Updated Features

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Discussions

Editable Discussion Headers

Discussion headers (main discussion topic) can be edited after being posted. This functionality only applies for the user who created the discussion.

 

Files

File Downloads

In addition to the existing ability to view files, users can download files in the app by tapping and holding the name of the file.

 

 

Calendar

Course Colors in Calendar List

When selecting calendars to view, course colors are represented in the dot next to the calendar name.

 

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