Using Lucid in Canvas

LucidChart is a powerful diagramming tool that helps you visualize complex concepts, systems, and workflows. LucidSpark, on the other hand, is a virtual whiteboard designed for teams to brainstorm, design, and develop better ideas.

With your Canvas account, you get full, free access to the Lucid Education Suite for collaborative visual work. To use Lucid within Canvas, you'll need to create and connect your free account first.

Instructors can embed Lucid documents as using the Rich Content Editor (the RCE is available when creating Announcements, Assignments, Discussions, Pages, Quizzes, or Syllabuses).

Accessing Lucid

1. Open the Rich Content Editor (available when creating or editing an Announcement, Assignment, Discussion, Page, Quiz or Syllabus)
2. Click on the Lucid Icon in the toolbar
3. Verify your role and age
4. Connect Lucid to Canvas
5. Log In to Lucid
   1. Use your Microsoft Account to log in – do not create a new account
   2. Some users may already have a Lucid account (from previous course work or similar) and may opt to log in with their existing Lucid account
6. Confirm Lucid Connection
7. Grant Account Access

Lucid is for Learning and Teaching purposes only. Administrative Staff will need to purchase a copy of Lucid.

For more detailed guides for logging in, see:

• How do I set up the Lucid Education Suite in my course? (Canvas Guides)
• YouTube: Canvas First Login Experience for Instructors (Lucid for Education)

For more information see:

• How do I create a Lucid assignment? (Canvas Guides)
• Create an Assignment (Lucid Help)
• Embed a Lucid Document (Lucid Help)
• FAQ (Lucid Help)