As a student, it can be challenging to keep track of all your assignments, exams, and due dates. Luckily, Canvas and Google Calendar have made it easier to manage your schedule. In this article, we will guide you through the steps on how to get your Canvas calendar on your Google Calendar in 2024.
Step 1: Finding Your Canvas Calendar URL
The first step to getting your Canvas calendar on Google Calendar is finding your calendar URL. To do this, log in to your Canvas account and click on the Calendar tab on the left-hand side. Then, click on the Calendar Feed button at the bottom of the page. You will see a URL that looks like this: https://youruniversity.instructure.com/feeds/calendars/yourcalendarid. Copy this URL to your clipboard.
Step 2: Adding Your Canvas Calendar to Google Calendar
Now that you have your Canvas calendar URL, it’s time to add it to your Google Calendar. Open your Google Calendar and click on the plus sign next to “Add a coworker’s calendar” on the left-hand side. Select “From URL” and paste the URL you copied from Canvas. Click “Add Calendar” and your Canvas calendar will now be added to your Google Calendar.
Step 3: Customizing Your Canvas Events on Google Calendar
Your Canvas events will now appear on your Google Calendar, but you can customize how they are displayed. Click on the three dots next to your Canvas calendar on the left-hand side and select “Settings and sharing”. Here, you can change the color of your Canvas events, set reminders, and choose how the events are displayed on your calendar.
FAQs
Q: Why can’t I see my Canvas events on Google Calendar?
A: Make sure that you have copied the correct URL from your Canvas Calendar Feed. Also, check that your Canvas events are not marked as private or hidden.
Q: Can I sync my Canvas calendar with other calendar apps?
A: Yes, you can repeat the same steps to add your Canvas calendar to other calendar apps that support URL subscriptions.
Q: How often does my Canvas calendar sync with Google Calendar?
A: Your Canvas calendar will automatically sync with Google Calendar every few hours. However, you can also manually sync your calendars by clicking on the refresh button next to your Canvas calendar on Google Calendar.
Conclusion
By following these simple steps, you can easily get your Canvas calendar on your Google Calendar in 2024. This will help you stay organized and on top of your academic schedule. If you have any further questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out to your university’s IT support team for assistance.