Managing deadlines each term can take time. However, bulk update assignment dates in Canvas helps lecturers change many due dates at once. This short video shows how to adjust assignment deadlines quickly so your course stays organised and up to date.
Start by opening your course in Canvas. Then go to the Assignments page in the course navigation menu. At the top of the page, click the options menu (three dots). Next, select Edit Assignment Dates. This opens a page where you can view all assignment due dates and availability dates in one place.
On this page, you can edit dates individually or select several assignments at the same time. If you select multiple assignments, the Batch Edit option appears. This allows you to shift deadlines forward or backward by a set number of days. For example, if you copied a course from last year, you can move all dates ahead to match the new term.
You can also remove dates or update availability windows if needed. Due dates tell students when work should be submitted. Availability dates control when students can access the assignment or when submissions close. Adjusting these together helps keep expectations clear for students.
Using bulk update assignment dates is especially useful when preparing a course for a new semester. Instead of editing every task one by one, you can review and adjust all dates in a single view. As a result, lecturers save time and reduce the chance of missing a deadline setting.
This feature also makes course updates easier when your schedule changes. You can quickly shift multiple deadlines without rebuilding assignments or modules.
Tip: After you bulk update assignment dates, preview the course calendar. This helps confirm all deadlines appear correctly for students before the course begins.