Whiteboard Help Guide

Overview

The Whiteboard tool provides a collaborative drawing space where you can create visual diagrams, sketches, and notes. It's perfect for brainstorming sessions, process mapping, and visual communication with your team.

Features

Drawing Tools

Create and edit visual elements:

  • Freehand drawing tool for sketches and notes
  • Text tool for adding labels and descriptions
  • Shape tools (Rectangle and Ellipse)
  • Line and Arrow tools for connections
  • Image upload capability
Formatting Options

Customize your drawings:

  • Color picker for changing element colors
  • Thickness control for lines and shapes
  • Fill tool for shapes and areas
Editing Features

Modify and refine your work:

  • Undo and Redo actions
  • Save and load boards
  • Canvas size: 1200x700 pixels

Getting Started

Creating a New Board
  1. Click the Whiteboard tool from the dashboard
  2. Select a drawing tool from the toolbar
  3. Choose your desired color and thickness
  4. Start drawing on the canvas
Using the Tools
  • Draw Tool: Click and drag to create freehand drawings
  • Text Tool: Click on the canvas to add text
  • Shape Tools: Click and drag to create shapes
  • Line/Arrow Tools: Click and drag to create lines or arrows
  • Image Tool: Click to upload and insert images
Saving Your Work
  1. Click the "Save" button in the toolbar
  2. Your board will be saved automatically
  3. Use the board ID to load it later

Best Practices

  • Use the appropriate tool for each element you want to create
  • Save your work regularly to prevent data loss
  • Use colors consistently to maintain visual clarity
  • Keep text concise and readable
  • Use shapes and arrows to create clear visual hierarchies
  • Organize elements logically on the canvas
  • Use the undo/redo features to experiment with different layouts