Discontinuing the Attachment button in Discussion and Announcement

[TamasBalogh]

Update: Due to raised concerns about limited user quota for uploaded files through RCE, we have decided to postpone the removal of the “attach” button in Discussions and Announcements until we have a solution suitable for the current use case of the attachment button. No new date is decided upon at this time.

To streamline the user experience and create consistency across all Canvas features, the dedicated “attach” button in Discussions and Announcements will be removed on July 19th, 2025. Users can continue to upload images, videos, and files via the RCE toolbar.

This change applies to file attachments for both initial posts and subsequent replies within discussion topics and announcements. All previously uploaded files using the “Attach” button will remain accessible, and no action is required on your part. To attach files after this update, simply use the tools available in the RCE. 

Here’s an example of the “Attach” button that will be removed from Discussions and Announcements on July 19:

Going forward, users can add images, videos, and documents using the existing RCE toolbar:

This change reflects our confidence in the RCE’s robust media and file handling capabilities. The RCE offers a more flexible and comprehensive way to embed and manage content, including documents, images, and video.

All files that have been previously attached to Discussion posts and Announcements using the legacy attachment button will remain accessible to users. No action is required from users to ensure the continued availability of these previously uploaded files. Users are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the file upload and media insertion features of the Rich Content Editor prior to the discontinuation date to ensure a smooth transition. As a reminder, here are Community user guides that demonstrate how to use RCE icons to attach files:

• How do I upload and embed an image in the Rich Content Editor?
• How do I upload a document in the Rich Content Editor?
• How do I upload and embed a media file from my computer in the Rich Content Editor?

Thank you, and happy learning!