Technical Requirements

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Technical Requirements

Basic Specifications for Canvas

Canvas only requires an operating system that can run the latest compatible web browsers.

Computer Specifications

Computer Speed

For best performance, it is recommended to use a computer five years old or newer when possible with at least:

  • 1GB of RAM
  • 2GHz processor

Operating Systems

You should access Canvas with a computer that supports the most recent browser versions. Because it's built using web standards, Canvas runs on Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, or any other device with a modern web browser. Your computer operating system should be kept up to date with the latest recommended security updates and upgrades.

  • Windows 7 and newer
  • Mac OSX 10.6 and newer
  • Linux – chromeOS

Internet Speed

Along with compatibility and web standards, Canvas has been carefully crafted to accommodate low bandwidth environments. It is recommended to have a minimum Internet speed of 512kbps.

Screen Readers (If needed)

Browser Specifications

Supported Browsers

For best performance, Canvas should be used on the current or first previous major release of Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari. Canvas supports the current and first previous major releases of the following browsers:

You should always use the most current version of your preferred browser. Your browser will notify you if there is a new version available.

If your browser does not update automatically, you can download your preferred browser in the browser's download page:

JavaSript Requirement

JavaScript must be enabled in your browsers to run Canvas. https://www.enablejavascript.io/en Links to an external site..

Known Browser Behaviors

Contrary behaviors relating to browsers are prioritized by Canvas product teams, and some behaviors in the previous version may not be resolved. If a behavior exists in the previous version of the browser that does not exist in the current version, the best solution is to update to the newest browser version.

Some supported browsers may still produce a banner stating Your browser does not meet the minimum requirements for Canvas. If you have upgraded your browser but you are still seeing the warning banner, try logging out of Canvas and deleting your browser cookies.

For other known browser behaviors relating to browser plugins and security, check out the ‘Browser Plugins and Extensions’ and ‘Browser Privacy Settings’ sections at https://community.canvaslms.com/t5/Canvas-Basics-Guide/What-are-the-browser-and-computer-requirements-for-Canvas/ta-p/66 Links to an external site..

Canvas on Mobile Devices

The Canvas interface was optimized for desktop displays, so using small form factors such as phones may not be a pleasant experience in using Canvas. For the best user experience, please download the Canvas mobile applications. The Canvas mobile applications require:

  • Android 6.0 or later and
  • iOS 13.0 or later.

Canvas offers limited support for native mobile browsers on tablet devices. For additional details, please reference the limited-support mobile browser guidelines Links to an external site..

Mobile Browsers

Visit the Apple store or the Play store to download mobile browsers. The following major browsers are compatible with mobile devices:

iOS

  • Safari (default browser with limited Canvas support)
  • Chrome

Android

  • Chrome (default browser with limited Canvas support)*
  • Internet
  • Firefox

*Android default browser varies per mobile device.

Accessibility

Canvas is committed to W3C's Web Accessibility Initiative. To learn about supported screen reader and browser combinations, please see the Canvas accessibility standards Links to an external site. document.

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