Linked resources let you provide learners with supporting documents directly inside a module. These appear under the Linked resources button and remain available throughout the course unless you choose to disable them for assessments. You’ll need the Edit content permission to access and update linked resources.
What linked resources look like
In West–East modules, linked resources appear as a link through the Linked resources button.
In scrolling modules, the Linked resources button remains visible as learners move down the page.
These files support learners without disrupting the flow of the main content.
Uploading linked resources
You can upload PDF files and add them as linked resources for any module you are editing.
Open the module you want to work on.
Select Linked resources on the right side of the page.
Choose a PDF file, enter a title, and select Add a new resource.
Make sure the Resource List toggle is enabled so the resource appears in the module.
Tutor resource availability is currently limited, so it may not appear as an option.
If your module is translated, you’ll see a section for each language. Here you can:
keep the English title and file for any language that doesn’t have its own version
change the translated titles and select Update
upload new files for some or all languages and save your updates
Managing linked resources
Linked resources can be updated or replaced whenever needed.
From the Linked resources screen, you can download the existing documents using the buttons next to the file fields.
You can edit the title or replace the file for any resource.
If you update the English version, all other languages with no uploaded file will automatically use the latest English version.
Always check your changes using View as learner to ensure everything appears correctly.
Hiding linked resources in assessments
If you want to prevent learners from accessing linked resources during an assessment:
Go to the assessment settings using the steps in the Editing the assessment article.
Scroll to the Hide Resources Button option.
Select the checkbox and then choose Update at the bottom of the page.
Learners won’t see linked resources during their active assessment attempt, but they can access them between attempts.
Conclusion
You now know how to add, manage and control linked resources in your e-learning modules. If you need further help or believe your permissions are incorrect, contact your Customer Success Manager by selecting Send us a message via the help icon on your portal, or by emailing [email protected].