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Lines and Arrows
Create lines and arrows to connect and to point to other objects on the board.
With an array of customizable options that include left and right arrowhead types, thickness, line style, color, and curved, straight, or jagged line types.
Placing a line or arrow on the board is as simple as clicking the line or arrow icon. You’ll be presented with crosshairs where you can click and drag on the board to create the desired result.
Once the line or arrow is placed on the board, it will automatically go into select mode.
Line and Arrow Toolbar
Select the type of left arrowhead, if any, that you’d like.
Select the type of right arrowhead, if any, that you’d like.
Select the line thickness.
Select either a solid, dashed, or dotted line stroke.
Select the type of line:
- A straight line connects both ends in one direct line.
- A curved line allows you to bend the line in any direction at multiple points.
- A stepped line allows you to create steps in line at multiple points.
Select the opacity and color of the line or arrow.
Send the object/s to the back or front of the viewing order. Only displayed when objects are overlapping each other.
Create a slide from the selected objects and optionally assign it to a slide presentation.
Delete the selected objects.
Lock or unlock selected objects to avoid unwanted modifications.
Lock or unlock selected objects to avoid unwanted modifications.
Press L on the keyboard and click and drag on the board to create a new line.
Press A on the keyboard and click and drag on the board to create a new arrow.
Applies To: Board Hosts, Board Facilitators, Board Editors
Plan Availability: Free*, Standard, Premium