Summary

This article describes how to add or modify hyperlinks in Canvas to open in a new window or display in-line document preview.

How-To

By default, the hyperlinks that open to Internet resources will automatically open in an new tab. There is no option to disable this option to open in a new tab.

When hyperlinks open to Internet resources they will open outside of the courses, then the person viewing the Internet resource can close the site without also closing the Canvas course.

Instructions

All hyperlinks will automatically open in a new tab.  For additional options see below.

Step 1 - Navigate to the desired page where you are inserting your hyperlink.  Put the page in "Edit" mode.

Step 2 - Click on the hyperlink or highlight the words you want to change into a link

Step 3 - The Hyperlink edit option appears. Select Link Options. This opens a fly out window to view the link and display options for setting inline preview.

Step 4 - Select Save or Update to save the page.

Outcome

You can add or modify hyperlinks in Canvas to open in a new window or display in-line document preview.

Further Readings 

How do I create hyperlinks to an external URLs in the Rich Content Editor as a student?   

Need additional help?

Submit a Canvas (myCourses) support request or visit the Technology Help Desk Support page to locate your local campus contact information or to submit an online technology support request.  For password issues you must call or visit the Help Desk in person.