How do I edit custom links added to the Canvas sidebar?

If you need to edit any links added via the Redirect tool, e.g. you made a mistake or you rolled over course content, you will need to delete and re-add those links. Yes, there is an "Edit" option, but unfortunately it only breaks the redirect.

To delete a custom link:

  1. Navigate to Settings via the left-hand course navigation menu.
  2. Go to Apps, then View App Configurations.
    1. This will bring up a list of all the applications and integrations in your course.
  3. Find the title of your custom link, then click the gear icon to the right of it.
    1. Note: custom links will have a gear icon to the right of its title. Other integrations will have an "i" symbol, and also a lock icon before it's title. So, you do not have to worry that you might remove something integral to the site. But, as always, good to exercise caution!
  4. Click "Delete" in the drop down.
  5. Re-add your custom link!

 

An example of a custom link created in Canvas, with its setting menu open, and the "delete" option selected.

 

See: How do I add custom links to the Canvas sidebar?