Using Word Online

Using Microsoft Word Online

If you prefer to work in Word Online, you will need to download a copy of your document to turn it on Canvas. 

1. Click on the name of the file ① to rename it. It will likely be automatically named something like "Document" or "Document1" as seen below.

2. Type the new name in the File Name field. Choose a name that makes sense for the assignment ②, like WW1 or Weekly Writing 1.

3. Click anywhere in the document area to close the file name menu. The new file name should automatically update/save.

4. From the document area, click on File to bring up the File menu.

5. Click Save as ③ and then Download a copy ④

6. A dialog will pop up, click Download a copy.

7. The file will save to wherever downloads automatically save on your computer (typically, your Downloads folder).

8. Go to the assignment in Canvas and upload the file.