Blog · 2026-04-03 · 6 min

Online teaching: live sketch from tablet

Teaching with live sketches keeps explanations clear and interactive. A browser-based drawing room helps students follow in real time without creating accounts.

Step-by-step setup

Create a room from Start a canvas.
Open the same room on your tablet and your browser display device.
Use the pen for freehand notes, then line/rectangle tools for structure.
Share the join code from Join with code for quick access.

Practical tips

Prefer stable Wi-Fi and keep heavy downloads off during live sessions.
When presenting, keep one device for speaking and one for drawing input.
Use short session names/codes in class or workshop settings for faster joins.
Use line and rectangle tools to turn rough sketches into readable diagrams.

FAQs

Will this work across tablet and laptop devices?

Yes. Dual Canvas supports quick session creation with sharable links and codes, so participants can join immediately.

How do I keep the session organized?

Share the room URL and backup join code together. It reduces confusion and helps people reconnect quickly.

Start a session now

Open a live room in one click or join an existing room with a code.

Start a canvas Join with code

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