Canvas: How to Link Content Within a Course
Summary
Learn how to create internal links to Canvas Pages, Assignments, Quizzes, Discussions, Modules, and Files using the Rich Content Editor.
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Linking Content Within a Canvas Course
NC A&T State University | Canvas Faculty Guide
Overview
Canvas allows instructors to create links between course materials using the Rich Content Editor. Internal links help students move between related Pages, Assignments, Quizzes, Discussions, Modules, and Files without searching through the course navigation.
Before You Begin
Open the Canvas course and identify the content you want students to access. When possible, make sure the destination item already exists before creating the link.
How to Link Content Within a Course
- Open the Page, Assignment, Discussion, or other Canvas item you want to edit.
- In the Rich Content Editor, highlight the text where you want to add a link.
- Select the Links option.
- Choose the appropriate course content destination, such as Course Links, Files, Pages, Assignments, Quizzes, Discussions, or Modules.
- Select the desired destination.
- Click Save to save the updated content.
Internal Link Options
| Link Type |
Purpose |
| Pages |
Direct students to course instructions, readings, or informational content. |
| Assignments |
Connect students to assigned work and submission instructions. |
| Quizzes |
Provide a direct link to a course quiz. |
| Discussions |
Link to a course discussion activity. |
| Modules |
Direct students to organized units of course content. |
| Files |
Connect students to documents and other course files. |
Best Practices
- Use descriptive link text that tells students where the link will take them.
- Use Canvas internal course links instead of copying and pasting course URLs whenever possible.
- Test links after saving and confirm that the destination content is published and accessible to students.
Important: Creating a link does not automatically publish the destination content. Review the publication status of linked items before students need to access them.
Need Additional Assistance?
For assistance with course links or the Rich Content Editor, submit a Canvas Support request.
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North Carolina A&T State University | Information Technology Services | Instructional Technology & Training Development (ITTD)
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Created
Mon 10/12/26 4:37 PM
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