Quiz log (Canvas): definition and what it shows
A quick, student-friendly definition of the Canvas quiz log, what events can appear there, and how instructors typically use it.
Definition
In Canvas, a quiz log is an event timeline related to a quiz attempt. It can include entries like when a quiz was started, when questions were loaded, navigation actions, and technical signals recorded during the session.
Schools and instructors use the quiz log to understand what happened during an attempt, especially when something looks unusual or when a student reports a technical problem.
Quick notes
- It’s an event timeline, not a full screen recording.
- It can contain technical and navigation events (what appears depends on quiz type and settings).
- A log entry alone rarely tells the whole story—context matters (connection issues, device type, time limits, accessibility tools).
Who can see it?
- Typically instructors and admins with appropriate permissions.
- Students may see limited attempt details depending on course settings and quiz type.