What are the computer requirements for Canvas?

Your computer should have at least: 4GB of RAM, 2GHz processor, and Windows 7 or Mac OSX 10.6, or higher. Click to see Canvas basic computer specifications. Please do not ONLY rely on a tablet, including an iPad, or a smartphone to use Canvas. Not all items in your Canvas class will work well on them.
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Does Canvas work on PC?

Canvas is a website on the internet, so you need to be able to access the internet whatever your device. If you are using a laptop or desktop, you will access it by following a link sent to you in your welcome email.
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What is the minimum Internet speed you can have to still access Canvas?

Along with compatibility and web standards, Canvas has been carefully crafted to accommodate low bandwidth environments. It is recommended to have a minimum Internet speed of 512kbps.
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What are the 3 recommended browsers for Canvas?

The latest versions of Firefox, Chrome, and Safari are all good choices for working in Canvas.
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Which web browsers is considered the best to use with Canvas for school work?

Recommended by Canvas

We recommend using Firefox or Chrome when accessing Canvas. Safari is a common browser for Mac users, but there are some features with Canvas that don't work well in Safari. Internet Explorer is not a recommended browser for Canvas, so please do not use it.
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What laptops are compatible with Canvas?

Because it's built using web standards, Canvas runs on Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, & Android or any other device with a modern web browser.
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Does Canvas work on Ipads?

Canvas Mobile Support

Compatible devices include platforms such as iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch, Android, Palm and Blackberry. However, it is recommended that you do not solely rely on one of these devices to complete your online course work.
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What browser is compatible with Canvas?

For best performance, Canvas should be used on the current or first previous major release of Chrome or Firefox. Because it's built using web standards, Canvas runs on Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, or any other device with a modern web browser.
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Which browsers do not support Canvas?

Canvas does not support Internet Explorer. You will experience many problems if you use this unsupported browser. These problems include course content not opening correctly or showing up and problems submitting assignments. Firefox, Chrome (or Safari for Mac users) really are the best bets when using Canvas.
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Does Canvas work Windows 11?

Zoom, OBS Studio, and Canva are all now on the new Microsoft Store for Windows 11. These are the full apps provided and maintained by each publisher leveraging Microsoft's new Store policies.
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How much internet data does Canva use?

How much data does Canva deal with? Canva processes a huge volume of data. At the time of speaking with Krishna, the Canva data warehouse consists of about 400 TB of data, seeing daily volumes of about 2 TB of raw data. Their biggest data set is their event tracking table, which tracks all of their analytics events.
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Do you need WiFi for Canvas?

Canvas allows you to download content while you have a WiFi connection so that you can see it offline if you do not have internet at home. To do this log in to your Canvas account and click on Account, then Settings. On the right side you will see a button called Download Course Content.
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What are the three basic technical requirements needed for an online class?

Find out what technology you need to have, including computer requirements and internet access, to access LEO.
  • A computer running a compatible web browser.
  • A connection to the Internet.
  • An e-mail account.
  • Speakers or headphones to hear audio from a computer.
  • Virus protection software (updated regularly)
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Can I install Canvas on my laptop?

Students can access Canvas from any browser on your Android/iOS device. However, mobile browsers are not supported, and features may not function as expected compared to viewing Canvas in a fully supported desktop or laptop browser.
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Does Canvas work on Windows 10?

This application downloads from the Windows Store automatically when a Canvas is connected and the latest Windows 10 Creator's Update build is installed on the system.
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How do I get the Canvas on my Dell laptop?

Canvas Installer serves as a one-stop installer for all Dell Canvas software, drivers and firmware. Click on the "Download File" link in the "Available Formats" section and the Installer will download. "Run" the application to install it.
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Does Chromebook support Canvas?

Go to Solution. @ablarrison ‌, in general, yes, Canvas and Chromebooks are compatible.
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What browser should I use?

Google Chrome: The best for Mac. Opera Mini: The best for mobile. Vivaldi: The fastest web browser. Tor: The most secure web browser.
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What is computer Canvas?

In computer science and visualization, a canvas is a container that holds various drawing elements (lines, shapes, text, frames containing others elements, etc.). It takes its name from the canvas used in visual arts.
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Does Canvas work on Internet Explorer?

Internet Explorer (IE) is not supported by Canvas. Safari complains about cookies when users attempt to use Panopto or ORLO within Canvas. This is in part due to increased security changes that web browsers are implementing.
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Why is Canvas not working Safari?

For users who only have access to Safari, temporarily disabling the “Prevent cross-site tracking” option in the browser privacy settings will restore Canvas functionality. Users may wish to only disable this option temporarily while using Canvas, and then re-enable it before using other sites.
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Does Canvas work with Microsoft Edge?

Edge has a similar logo as Internet Explorer but it is an entirely different browser. This browser is supported by Canvas; however, for critical tasks such as submitting assignments or completing quizzes it is recommended to use Firefox or Chrome.
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Is a Macbook compatible with Canvas?

Canvas runs on Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, or any other device with a modern web browser.
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Does canvas student work on Mac?

The Canvas Student app works on the iOS platform (iPhone or iPad). It cannot be used on the MacOS. If you'd like to access Canvas through your Macbook Air, you can easily do so through a browser; Chrome is best, I find.
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Can you download Canvas on a Kindle Fire?

While not an officially supported app, you can access Canvas on a Kindle Fire using the Silk browser that comes installed on the tablet.
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