DropMyPageTeachers can share a worksheet as a link: upload the PDF or page, get a short link and a QR code, and post it where students already are, such as a class chat, a board or a printed sheet. Students open it in their browser, with no account and no app.
Here is how to do it, where it fits in a class, and what to be careful about.
Why a link helps in class
Handing out files has some familiar problems:
- Students lose paper worksheets or forget them at home.
- Sending PDFs on chat apps fills phones, and some students cannot open them.
- A document attached to an email can be missed.
- Updating a mistake means sending a new file to everyone again.
A link is lighter. It opens in the browser, and you can put the same link on a board, in a message and on a printout.
How to share a worksheet
- Prepare the worksheet. Save it as a PDF, or make a simple page. Use a clear title and big text, because many students will read it on a phone.
- Upload it. Open DropMyPage and choose Upload file. PDFs up to 5 MB work on the free plan, with no sign-up.
- Create the link and the QR code.
- Share it. Post the link in your class chat, print the QR code on a handout, or show it on the board.
You can also write a page with your own HTML or ask an AI tool to make an interactive quiz, then upload the file. See how to share a page made with Claude for the steps.
Ways to use the QR code
- On the board or projector: students scan it with their phones.
- On a printed sheet: add the code at the bottom so students can open the digital version.
- In a classroom display: a poster with a code that links to the week's materials.
- On a worksheet for homework: students scan to find the answers page or extra resources.
Always test the code with a phone before you print many copies. For printing tips, see QR code not scanning? 9 fixes that actually work.
Sharing with parents
Many teachers use group chats to share material with parents. A link is easier to forward than a heavy file. See how to share a PDF on WhatsApp as a link for how it works.
Think about phones and data
Some students open materials on small phones and limited data. A few tips:
- Keep the PDF small, ideally a few pages and a modest file size.
- Use large text and a single column.
- Avoid heavy images.
- Make sure students can open the link on a phone before you rely on it.
Privacy and students' information
Anyone who has the link can open the page. A few cautions:
- Do not put students' names, marks or personal details on a page that you share with the whole class.
- Check your school's rules. Some schools have policies about which tools can be used with students, so check with your school before you rely on a new one.
- Use a password for sensitive material. A password on a page is a Pro feature.
This post is general advice, not a policy statement, so follow your own school's guidance.
How long should the link last?
A free link works for 7 days and is then deleted. That is fine for a worksheet for this week's lesson. For material that students use all term, such as a syllabus or a reading list, use a permanent link, which is a Pro feature (Monthly $9.99, Yearly $47.99, or Lifetime $59). With Pro you can also replace the file and keep the same link and QR code, so a correction reaches everyone who has the link. Prices and features can change, so check the pricing section.
A simple weekly routine
- Upload each week's worksheet.
- Put the link in your class chat and the QR code on the board.
- At the end of the week, check what is still needed. Re-upload if the link has expired.
- Keep a list of links in one place, so you can find them later.
Common problems
- A student cannot open the link. Ask them to try a different browser, or send the PDF as a backup.
- The QR code does not scan from the back of the class. Make it bigger, or share the link too.
- The link expired. Free links last 7 days.
- The page looks small on a phone. Use a single column and larger text.
FAQ
Do students need an account?
No. They open the link in a browser.
Can I put a quiz or an interactive page online?
Yes, if it is a single HTML file. Upload the file and share the link.
Is it free for teachers?
A free link needs no account and lasts 7 days. Permanent links are on the Pro plan.
Can I stop students from sharing the link?
Anyone with the link can open the page, and a link can be forwarded. Use a password, available on the Pro plan, for material that should stay inside the class.