Apr 24, 2026
Overview
Canvas will display a confetti celebration animation when you make submissions to certain types of Canvas Assignments before the due date.
These include:
- Regular Canvas assignments, including a file upload assignment, text-entry assignment, URL entry assignment, or media upload assignment
- Canvas assignments utilizing the Turnitin Direct integration
You will not see a confetti celebration animation when:
- Submitting a Canvas Quiz or Exam
- Posting to a Canvas Discussion
You can disable this celebration animation feature if you wish.
How to disable Celebration Animations
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On the Global Navigation menu, click the
Account icon.
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From the menu that appears, select Settings.
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Scroll down to the Feature Options heading. Find the entry that reads
Disable Celebration Notifications and click the toggle
button located on the right.
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Ensure the button has turned green. This will ensure Celebration
Animations will not occur upon submission to compatible Assignments.

