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Question

How do I set up Microsoft Word on Canvas

Jonathan Burnos · Accepted Answer

Hi @OrvilleLee !

Canvas does not require a separate setup for Microsoft Word itself. Instead, users can leverage the Microsoft Office 365 integration within Canvas to work with Word documents. This integration allows users to:

* Create and upload Microsoft Word files directly into Canvas Assignments.
* Open live Word documents inside Canvas.
* Link Word documents anywhere the HTML editor appears in Canvas.
* Include Word documents in Modules.
* Use Single Sign-On with Office 365 credentials to access Canvas.
* Create and grade assignments using OneNote Class Notebook, with grades pushed to Canvas.
* Collaborate on Word documents in real time through Canvas Collaborations.

To use these features, connect your Office 365 account to Canvas. Once connected, Word documents can be accessed, linked, embedded, and collaboratively edited directly within the Canvas interface—no installation of Microsoft Word on Canvas is necessary. For assignments, instructors can create cloud assignments that embed Word documents from OneDrive, and students receive their own copy to edit and submit within Canvas.

Have a great Fall start to the semester!

- Customer Success Team