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Introduction to the Canvas
Introduction to the Canvas
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Written by Hakan Baybas
Updated over 11 months ago

Welcome to the heart of creative collaboration - the Canvas! In this guide, we'll introduce you to the Canvas, its features, and how it revolutionizes the way you collaborate with your team.

What is the Canvas?

The Canvas on Commented is a virtual workspace that allows you to overlay comments directly onto your live website. Imagine it as a digital canvas where you can pinpoint ideas, suggestions, and improvements with precision. It's not just about words; you can visually illustrate your thoughts on specific sections of a web page, making comments clearer, and more actionable.

Key Features of the Canvas

1. Commenting: Click anywhere on a web page to add comments. Whether it's a design element, functionality issue, or a creative suggestion, you can leave comments exactly where they matter.

2. Interactive Pins: Each comment becomes a pin on the Canvas. Clicking on a pin reveals the associated feedback, creating an interactive experience for everyone involved.

3. Collaborative Workspace: Invite team members to the Canvas. Everyone can contribute with a comment, fostering a seamless collaboration in real-time.

4. Contextual Understanding: By attaching comments directly to web elements, you eliminate confusion about what's being discussed. Contextual understanding leads to quicker, and more accurate resolutions.

5. Visual Annotations: Use tools to create visual annotations. Add texts, emojis, drawings, or images to emphasize your points visually.

6. Workflow Insights: Keep track of comment statuses โ€“ resolved or unresolved. Easily see which comment has been addressed and which needs further attention.

Getting Started with the Canvas

1. Access the Canvas: Log in to your Commented account and click on the desired project. Navigate to the related website through the link.

2. Add Comments: When accessing the related website, click on the "Add comment" button on the widget. Then, click on any area of your live website to add a comment. A pin will appear with your comment attached.

3. Interactive Experience: Click on pins to read and respond to comments. Collaborators can engage in discussions directly on the Canvas too.

4. Annotations: Utilize the annotation tools to visually enhance your feedback. Draw attention to specific details or propose design changes with ease.

5. Resolve and Manage: As discussions progress, you can mark comments as resolved or unresolved, maintaining clarity in ongoing conversations.

Benefits of the Canvas

  • Precise Comment: Directly pinpoint issues or suggestions on the live website, leaving no room for ambiguity.

  • Real-Time Collaboration: Collaborators can work together seamlessly, discussing comments, and making improvements instantly.

  • Efficient Communication: Visual annotations and comments make communication more efficient, reducing back-and-forth exchanges.

  • Contextual Understanding: Attach comment to specific elements, ensuring everyone understands the context of the discussion.

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