Click the puzzle piece icon in Edge. If you see BetterCampus in the dropdown, click the pin icon to keep it visible. If you don't see it at all, check your extensions page at edge://extensions and make sure BetterCampus is installed and enabled.
Install BetterCampus on Edge
BetterCampus is a free browser extension that makes your school's learning platform easier to use. Edge supports Chrome extensions, so you can install BetterCampus directly from the Chrome Web Store.
What you'll need
A Microsoft Edge browser (version 90 or newer)
A school account on your school's learning platform (like Canvas)
Your school's learning platform URL (like
yourschool.instructure.comorcanvas.yourschool.edu)
Install the extension
Go to the Chrome Web Store
Visit the BetterCampus extension page in the Chrome Web Store.
Allow extensions from Chrome Web Store (if prompted)
Edge may ask if you want to allow extensions from the Chrome Web Store. Click "Allow extensions from other stores" if you see this prompt. This is a one-time setting that lets you install Chrome extensions in Edge.
Click "Add to Chrome"
You'll see a blue button in the top-right corner of the page. Click it to start the installation.
Confirm the installation
A popup will appear asking you to confirm. Click "Add extension" to finish installing.
Pin the extension (recommended)
After installation, click the puzzle piece icon in your Edge toolbar. Find "BetterCampus" in the list and click the pin icon next to it. This keeps BetterCampus visible in your toolbar for easy access.
Sign in to your school's learning platform
BetterCampus works when you're logged into your school's learning platform.
Go to your school's learning platform URL (like
yourschool.instructure.com)Sign in with your school credentials
BetterCampus will automatically activate once you're on a supported page
Not sure what your school's URL is? See Find your school's learning platform URL.
Verify it's working
You'll know BetterCampus is working when:
You see the BetterCampus icon in your Edge toolbar
Your learning platform looks different (new themes, dark mode option, improved to-do list, etc.)
Clicking the extension icon shows BetterCampus settings
Next steps
Browse themes — Change how your learning platform looks with custom colors and styles
Set up your to-do list — Stay organized with better task tracking
Track your grades — See your GPA and set goals
Troubleshooting
The extension isn't showing up in my toolbar
My learning platform still looks the same after installing
Make sure you're signed into your school's learning platform. BetterCampus only activates on supported pages — it won't work on other websites. If you're definitely on your school's platform and signed in, try refreshing the page.
I can't install from the Chrome Web Store
Edge needs to allow extensions from other stores. Go to edge://extensions and turn on "Allow extensions from other stores" in the left sidebar. Then try installing again from the Chrome Web Store. If that doesn't work, your Edge browser may be outdated — update to version 90 or newer.
My school blocks browser extensions
Some schools restrict extension installations on school-managed devices. If this happens, you may need to use a personal device or ask your school's IT department to allow BetterCampus.
For more help, see BetterCampus isn't showing up.
BetterCampus is not affiliated with or endorsed by Instructure, Canvas, or any other learning management system. It's an independent project built by students, for students.
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