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Better Canvas adds features for Canvas, including dark mode, a to-do list and a GPA calculator.
About Better Canvas
Better Canvas is an open-source browser extension that adds options to the Canvas learning system. It includes customizable dark mode, a to-do list, an assignments due list, dashboard grades, dashboard notes, card customization, and a GPA calculator for college and high school.
After installation, it is used on an institution's Canvas homepage. Settings are changed through the extension menu.
Key features
- Customizable dark mode with premade options and scheduling
- Improved to-do list with assignments due list
- GPA calculator for college and high school
- Dashboard grades and card customization options
- Dashboard notes and assignment announcement previews
- Browser-wide popup assignment reminder
Best for: Students who use Canvas for coursework and want extra display and organization options.
Good for
- Open-source code available on GitHub
- Lists versions for Chrome and Firefox
- Combines display, task, and grade tools in one extension
Watch out for
- Must be used on an institution's Canvas homepage
- Manual install from source requires developer mode and loading unpacked files
Better Canvas at a glance
- Category
- Research & Data › Research & Study Tools
- Type
- Open-source project
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Open source
- Yes · Source code
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Better Canvas FAQ
How do I change Better Canvas settings after installing?
Navigate to your institution's Canvas homepage, click the Extensions button, then click the Better Canvas extension to open the configuration menu.
How do I install Better Canvas from the repository source?
Clone the repository, visit chrome://extensions, enable developer mode, click Load unpacked, then select the repository root directory.
How can I contact the developer?
Email [email protected] or open an issue in the Issues tab on GitHub.
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