You do not have to upload a file to share something. In Documents, a link becomes a document you can describe, tag, put in a folder and share like any other.
Add a link
- 1
Open the dialog
In Documents, click Add a link.
- 2
Paste the address
Paste the web address into Link.
- 3
Add a title (optional)
Leave Title (optional) empty to use the title of the video or page.
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Save
Click Add link. The link now appears in your library, ready to share.
What students see
| Link to | What happens |
|---|---|
| A YouTube video | The video plays on the page. |
| A picture (JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF or AVIF) | The picture is shown on the page. |
| Any other web page | It opens in a new tab. Opening it is counted in Who opened it. |
Good to know
- A picture saved from a link counts towards your storage, like an uploaded picture.
- YouTube videos and other web pages do not use any storage.
- If a page cannot be reached, it is still added as a link, titled with the name of the site.
- A link cannot be replaced by a file. Add the file as a new document instead.
Frequently asked questions
Can students download a YouTube video?
No. YouTube videos and web links have no file to download; students watch or open them.
Why did my link get the wrong title?
The title comes from the video or page. Open the document and change the Title under Details.
Can I add a link while I am on a class page?
Yes. Click Add documents and use Or add a link (YouTube, web page, picture).
Last checked against the app on 11 November 2026.
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