Canvas provides comprehensive how-to guides and FAQ's for each mobile platform.
Canvas provides comprehensive how-to guides and FAQ's for each mobile platform.
You can also refer to the Zoom - How-To guide here for more information and NIC specific guides.
If you prefer to have access to Microsoft on your device, you can download the apps by logging in to MyNIC on your phone's browser and searching for "Install Microsoft Office." (1) Click on the "Install Microsoft Office" icon. (2)
You will be taken to a new screen asking you login; use your MyNIC Email Address. This will redirect you to the NIC login page where you will type in your MyNIC username and password.
Following those steps, you will be taken to a screen titled "Apps & Devices." Under the "Office" option, you will see the "Get Office on your phone or tablet" section. Select either iOS for Apple devices, Android for Samsung and Google devices, and Windows for Windows devices.
Once you select the appropriate download type, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the install.
If you have any further questions, you can contact the IT Help Desk.
The following resources can teach you about how to use Office365 on your mobile device:
If you have any further questions, you can contact the IT Help Desk.
Google Suite is a set of free, online, office programs that you can access by creating a Google Account. These services are cloud-based meaning the products and your associated files can be accessed from anywhere you have an internet service
You can find the mobile download links and learn about how to use essential Google Suite products at the links below:
If you need more help, please contact the IT Help Desk.
If you don't have access to a computer, there are certain functions on most mobile devices that will allow you to work on and save files directly to your phone. Refer to the below guides for instruction:
If you need more help, please contact the IT Help Desk.
Zoom is a video conferencing tool that allows you to meet with others virtually with audio, visual, and/or text communication. Zoom can be used on a variety of platforms including Macs, PCs, phone apps, or through phone call (audio only).
For more information on using Zoom on a computer, please read the NIC manual and/or visit the NIC Information Technology site (PDF with screenshots | NIC IT manual).
For more information on using Zoom Mobile through a phone app, please read the NIC manual and/or visit the NIC Information Technology site (PDF with screenshots | NIC IT manual).
For more information on joining a Zoom meeting, please read the NIC manual (PDF with screenshots).
Microsoft Office365 is an online version of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). NIC provides access to Office365 to all enrolled students, faculty, and staff.
In order to access & use Office365, you can follow the instructions below or review the NIC manual PDF linked here. Note: these instructions are best applied for computer use but can be helpful for mobile use as well.
If you have any further questions, you can contact the IT Help Desk.
If you prefer to have access to Microsoft on your computer, you can download the apps by logging in to MyNIC and searching for "Install Microsoft Office."
Select the "Install Microsoft Office" icon and you will be taken to a new screen titled "Apps & devices." Under the "Office" option, select "Install Office." Note: if you would like to install Office apps and services on your phone, there is an option below "Skype for Business" that will instruct you further. You can also review our "Using a Mobile Device for Classes" guide.
Once you click "Install Office," follow the on-screen instructions to complete the install.
If you have any further questions, you can contact the IT Help Desk.
