Online Whiteboard How-To Guides
Everything you need to know about using OnlineWhiteboard.org — from your first drawing to advanced features like flowcharts, image annotation, and sharing. All guides are free, practical, and up to date.
Getting Started
New to online whiteboards? Start here.
How to Use an Online Whiteboard
The complete beginner's guide — tools, toolbar, drawing modes, and tips for getting the most from the whiteboard from day one.
About Virtual Whiteboards
What a virtual whiteboard is, how it works, and when to use one — a foundational overview for new users.
Drawing Tips & Tricks
Master the whiteboard faster with these practical tips — line quality, colour use, layout strategies, and more.
Saving & Exporting
How to save, export, and preserve your whiteboard work.
How to Save Your Whiteboard
The complete save guide — export as PNG, save as PDF, and save as a project file to reload later. All methods explained step by step.
How to Save as PDF
Export your whiteboard as a clean PDF — no watermark, no account, instant download. Step-by-step with screenshots.
Sharing Your Whiteboard
How to share your board with others — via file, screen, or platform.
How to Share a Whiteboard Online
Three proven methods — export and share the file, share your screen, or export a link-ready image. Complete guide.
Shared Whiteboard Online
Everything about using a whiteboard in shared sessions — screen sharing, file sending, and collaborative drawing setups.
Use Whiteboard in Zoom
How to share and draw on the whiteboard in a Zoom call — free, no Zoom Pro required.
Use Whiteboard in Google Meet
Replace Google Jamboard in Google Meet — draw live for participants in any Meet call.
Drawing Techniques
Master specific drawing features and tools.
How to Draw Straight Lines
Use the line tool and Shift key to draw perfectly straight horizontal, vertical, and diagonal lines every time.
How to Insert an Image
Upload photos, screenshots, and diagrams directly onto the canvas — then draw over them or annotate freely.
How to Annotate Images
Mark up any image with pens, arrows, shapes, and text. Step-by-step guide for design feedback, teaching, and reviews.
Drawing Tips & Tricks
Pro tips for cleaner drawings, better diagrams, and faster whiteboard workflows.
Creating Specific Content Types
Step-by-step guides for flowcharts, mind maps, and more.
How to Make a Flowchart
Build process flowcharts, decision trees, and algorithm diagrams from scratch on the whiteboard — complete guide.
How to Make a Mind Map
Create visual mind maps with sticky notes, shapes, and connectors — from central idea to full topic map.
How to Teach Online with a Whiteboard
A teacher's guide to running effective online lessons using a digital whiteboard shared over video call.
How-To FAQ
How do I save my whiteboard without an account?
Click the export button and select PNG or PDF. Your whiteboard downloads immediately — no account, no login, no watermark. Full save guide →
How do I share the whiteboard in real time?
Open the whiteboard in your browser, then share that browser tab or your screen over Zoom, Google Meet, or any video call platform. Your audience sees everything you draw live.
Can I add text to my whiteboard drawing?
Yes. Use the text tool to type anywhere on the canvas. You can also combine typed text with freehand handwriting on the same board. Text whiteboard guide →
How do I insert an image onto the whiteboard?
Click the image upload button in the toolbar, select a file from your device, and it appears on the canvas. Resize, move, or draw over it freely. Image insert guide →