This article is for teachers. Students, go here.
If you’re new to Classroom, this article will show you around and help you complete some common tasks.
Get started
You’ll notice slight differences when you use Classroom on a mobile device. In addition, some tasks, such as setting up your grading system, have to be done on a computer.
To get started with Classroom on a mobile device, complete these steps:
- Get the Classroom app.
- Sign in to Classroom.
- Choose an option:
- Invite students to your class
You can do this step later.
After you install the app and have a class, you’re ready to complete common tasks or explore Classroom.
Complete common tasks
Communicate with your class
Work offline
Invite people to your class
Post announcements or send emails
- Post announcements to your students
- Email students, co-teachers, or guardians
- Set up guardian email summaries
Use Google Meet with Classroom
On Android devices, you can use certain Classroom app functions without an internet connection. Students can:
- Review the class announcements and assignments
- Find and edit downloaded assignment attachments
- Manage and remove offline files
Create classwork or post materials
Manage your accounts, classes, settings, and notifications
Manage accounts
Manage settings and notifications
Manage classes
Explore Classroom
Explore the Classes page
On the Classes page, you can view and enter all your classes. Think of it as your Classroom homepage.
To open the Classes page, after you install the Classroom app, tap Classroom 
.
On the Classes page, each of your classes has a class card.
- To enter a class, tap a card.
- To return to the Classes page from within a class, in the top-left corner, tap Menu
Classes.
Common tasks on the Classes page
Explore the Stream page
On the Stream page, you can post announcements to your class. Your students can also post and comment, if you allow. Think of the Stream page as your class message board.
To open the Stream page for a class:
- Tap Classroom
- Tap a class card.
You're on the Stream page.
Common tasks on the Stream page
Explore the Classwork page
On the Classwork page, you can create and post classwork and materials for your students. You can organize your posts under topics you create.
After you publish a post, students can click it to begin their work.
To open the Classwork page:
- Tap Classroom
- Tap a class card.
- At the bottom, tap Classwork.
Common tasks on the Classwork page
Explore the People page
On the People page, you can see a list of everyone in the class. Plus, you can invite people to join the class and send emails. Think of the People page as your class roster.
To open the People page:
- Tap Classroom
- Tap a class card.
- At the bottom, tap People.
Common tasks on the People page
Explore the Grades page
On the Grades page, you can view, enter, and return grades. Only teachers have the grades page.
To view the Grades page, use a computer.
Related resources
- Teacher Center: First day of Classroom
A collection of tips and videos to help you get started with Classroom - Classroom Help Community
A place to ask questions and get answers from other Classroom users - Teach from home
A resource hub to help you teach from home