You can rename your files at any time using the Rename option in the file's settings menu.

Note: If you add a file to another area of Canvas (e.g. Modules or Assignments) and then rename the file in Course Files, the file rename will not update in any other Canvas location and must be changed manually. Please ensure that your file names are correct in Course Files before adding them to other content areas.

Folders can be used to organize files in your course, group, or personal files.

You can import ZIP files to Canvas through Files or Course Settings.

Through Course Settings, you must upload the ZIP file to an existing folder in Files. You cannot create new folders through the Course Import Tool.

If you do not know how to create a ZIP file, please consult your computer operating system's user guide.

Note: If you are using Usage Rights, you must set the file usage rights before the files can be published.

You can delete a file or folder in courses, groups, or personal files. Once a file or folder is deleted, it cannot be recovered.

Note: The Unfiled Folder stores documents, graphics, and any other files from your account that you have posted to different areas of Canvas, such as Discussions. Deleting these items within current courses may create broken links and submissions. 

You can preview a file in a course, group, or personal file storage area.