canvas_file_download
Download files from Canvas LMS by providing a file URL or ID. This tool retrieves course materials, assignments, and other documents for students using browser cookies for authentication.
Instructions
Download a file from Canvas.
NOTE: Requires browser cookies to be configured. Canvas blocks file downloads with API tokens only.
Returns:
Success/failure status
File data (if successful)
Error message (if failed)
Input Schema
TableJSON Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| file_url | No | The file download URL from Canvas | |
| file_id | No | Alternatively, provide file ID to fetch URL first |