Changing the dashboard picture for your Canvas course helps personalize it and make it easily recognizable among other courses on your Canvas dashboard. The process involves accessing your course settings and uploading or selecting a new image.
Here are the steps to update your Canvas course dashboard picture:
Navigating to Course Settings
The first step is always to access the administrative settings for your specific course.
- Open Course Settings: In the Course Navigation menu, locate and click on the Settings link. This will take you to the core configuration page for your course.
Accessing Course Details
Within the settings, you need to navigate to the section where general course information, including the dashboard image, is managed.
- Open Course Details: Once you are on the settings page, make sure you are on the Course Details tab. This is typically the default tab when you open settings, but it's good to confirm.
Changing the Image
This is where you interact with the image itself.
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Choose Image: On the Course Details page, you will find an option to change the course image. Click the Choose Image button.
- This action usually opens a window allowing you to select an image source.
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Upload File: You will likely be given options to select a file from your computer. Follow the prompts to browse and Upload File from your local storage.
- Alternatively, you might have options to search for images or select from previously uploaded files, depending on your institution's Canvas configuration.
Managing and Finalizing the Image
After selecting or uploading the image, you may need to review or manage its appearance before saving.
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View Image: Canvas will typically display the selected image for you to View Image and confirm it's the one you want.
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Manage Image: There might be options here to crop, resize, or otherwise Manage Image appearance as it will show on the dashboard tile. Adjust as needed.
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Update Course Details: Once you are satisfied with the chosen image and its appearance, scroll to the bottom of the Course Details page and click the Update Course Details button to save your changes.
Your course tile on the Canvas dashboard should now display the new picture you selected.
Why Change Your Course Dashboard Image?
- Visual Identification: A unique image makes your course stand out visually on a crowded dashboard.
- Branding: Reflects the subject matter, department, or your personal teaching style.
- Student Engagement: A visually appealing dashboard can make the course feel more welcoming.
By following these steps, you can easily personalize your Canvas course appearance for both yourself and your students.
