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Using the Text Editor

The editor appears wherever you can format text, such as in assignments, tests, discussions, and journals.

text editor function

To use the text editor:

A. Add text. You can add a bullet and numbered lists, and bold and italicized text. Use the Text style menu to add headings.

B. Add links. To add a link, select the Insert/Edit Link icon, represented by a chain symbol. Type or paste the Link URL and Link Text.

C. Add attachments. To add an attachment, select the Attachment icon, and browse your device to select the attachment file.

D. Insert content. To insert content, select the Insert Content icon, and embed images, media, Youtube videos, cloud storage items, or LTI items.

Video

  • Use the Content Editor – 0:48 min Blackboard Help video

Additional Resources

  • Work with Text – a Blackboard Help resource

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