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How To Use Whiteboard
Using the whiteboard feature in Zoom can be quite handy for collaborative discussions, brainstorming, or visual explanations. Let’s get you whiteboarding like a pro:
Start or Join a Zoom Meeting:
Open Zoom and either start a new meeting or join an existing one. You can do this via the Zoom desktop app or the web version.
Share Your Screen:
Once you’re in the meeting, click the “Share Screen” button at the bottom of the Zoom window.
Choose the screen or application you want to share. In this case, select the whiteboard.
Access the Whiteboard:
If you haven’t used the whiteboard before, click “Whiteboard” from the list of sharing options.
If you’ve used it previously, you might see a “New Whiteboard” button. Click that to create a fresh canvas.
Whiteboard Tools:
You’ll now see the whiteboard interface. Here are the tools available:
Pen: Use it to draw freehand lines or write text.
Shapes: Click the arrow next to the pen icon to access shapes like rectangles, circles, and arrows.
Text: Add text boxes to type messages.
Eraser: Correct mistakes or remove content.
Color Picker: Choose different colors for your annotations.
Clear: Clear the entire whiteboard or just specific annotations.
Save: Save the whiteboard as an image file (PNG).
Collaborate with Participants:
Participants in the meeting can also annotate the whiteboard. They’ll see the same set of tools.
Encourage others to contribute—whether it’s drawing, writing, or highlighting.
Navigate and Zoom In/Out:
Use the scroll wheel on your mouse to zoom in or out on the whiteboard.
Click and drag to move around the canvas.
End Whiteboard Sharing:
When you’re done, click “Stop Share” at the top of the Zoom window.
You can save the whiteboard content if needed.
Remember Etiquette:
Just like in a physical meeting, be respectful. Don’t doodle over someone else’s content unless it’s collaborative.
If you’re presenting, guide participants on how to use the whiteboard effectively.
Practice!:
The more you use the whiteboard, the more comfortable you’ll become. Experiment with different tools and features.
And there you have it! You’re now ready to unleash your creativity on the digital canvas. Whether it’s mind mapping, solving equations, or playing a virtual game of Pictionary, the Zoom whiteboard is your artistic playground! 🎨🖊️