Login and Browsers

The easiest way to log in to Canvas is through the website address canvas.uio.no. It is recommended to bookmark or save this as a favorite in your web browser. Canvas works with many browsers. Learn more about Canvas supported browsers here.

Immersive Reader

In Canvas, it is possible to have text read aloud. The Immersive Reader button is located in the top right corner of the screen and can be found on all pages within the different Canvas rooms.

Screenshot of the Text-to-Speech icon.

By clicking on the Immersive Reader button, the text on the page opens in Immersive Reader in a new tab. Press play at the bottom of the page to have the text read aloud. It is also possible to adjust reading speed, contrast, and text size, among other settings. This video from Statped (in Norwegian) demonstrates various customizations in Immersive Reader.

Screen Readers

Canvas is designed to meet various accessibility requirements. For example, it is possible to use multiple screen readers in Canvas. You can find an overview of accessibility in Canvas here.

Keyboard Shortcuts

Keyboard shortcuts can be used in specific areas of Canvas. You can refer to this list of shortcuts to see which shortcuts work in Canvas.

On UiO's website, you can apply for accommodations if you have a disability, special needs, or an illness that affects your study everyday life. If you have any questions regarding accommodations, you can contact the information center at your faculty.