How do I change my Full Name, Display Name and Time Zone?
Change Settings
Edit your settings:
- Edit your full name by typing in the full name field.
- Edit your display name by typing in the display name field.
- Edit your sortable name by typing in the sortable name field.
- Edit the language by selecting the language dropdown menu.
- Edit the time zone by selecting the time zone dropdown menu.
Note: Your institution may take care of updating or changing your password by using the password associated with your login credentials for Canvas. Also, you may not see some of these options.


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