Link Syllabus PDF or Word Document to the Canvas Syllabus Page

The syllabus file can be attached as a PDF or Word document in the Canvas Syllabus area by uploading it into Course files and linking it in the Syllabus description. Canvas will automatically create a preview of your Syllabus document for students to view, download, or print.

Steps:
  1. In Course Navigation, click the Syllabus link.
  2. Click the Edit Button
  3. In the Syllabus description area, select the Document icon.
  4. Select Upload Document.
  5. Click the Upload File area and select the file to upload from your computer.
  6. Select Open.
  7. Select Submit.
  8. Select Update Syllabus to save changes.