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Online Viewing Rooms in ARTERNAL
Online Viewing Rooms in ARTERNAL

Learn how to create and manage both private and Online Viewing Rooms (OVR) in ARTERNAL to share curated artworks with clients.

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Written by Kalila Richards
Updated over a month ago

ARTERNAL allows you to share curated artworks digitally through custom-designed Viewing Rooms. This feature enables clients to view artworks virtually while you maintain control over access and information visibility, such as prices and statuses. Viewing Rooms can be created for Lists, Exhibitions, and Fairs.

Understanding Online vs. Private Viewing Rooms:

Online Viewing Rooms:

An Online Viewing Room allows you to share your works with the general public, making it a great way to showcase your artwork and invite inquiries. The link can be shared through your website, emails, or social media.

Inquiry Process:
Clients must enter their email before accessing the room. Once inside, they can click Inquire to express interest and submit their inquiry details.


How to Create a Private or Online Viewing Room on ARTERNAL

Step 1: Select Your Content

  • Go to Inventory and choose Lists/Exhibitions/Fairs.

  • Pick the specific list, exhibition, or fair for your Viewing Room.

Step 2: Create a Viewing Room

  • Click Share Viewing Room at the top-right corner.

  • Select either Private Viewing Room or Online Viewing Room.

How to Create a Private/Online Viewing Room on Arternal

Step 3: Customize Display Settings

  • Adjust the toggle buttons to control the information visible in your Viewing Room (e.g., prices, statuses).

Step 4: Set Link Expiry (Optional)

  • Enable the Link Expires toggle for limited access.

  • Click Expires On to set a date and time for the link expiry.

  • Choose your preferred expiry date and time, and click outside the calendar window to save.

Step 5: Preview and Share

  • Click Preview to see your Viewing Room.

  • Use the Copy link button to share access with clients.

Important Note:

When updating toggle settings in your Viewing Room, the changes will not automatically update the shared link. Be sure to copy and send a new link when adjusting settings.


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q: What is the difference between an Online and Private Viewing Room?
​A: An Online Viewing Room is public and can be shared widely, while a Private Viewing Room is exclusive and shared with selected clients through a direct link.

Q: How do I control what information is visible in the Viewing Room?
​A: You can customize the visible information by adjusting the toggle buttons when creating or editing the Viewing Room.

Q: Can I set an expiry date for the Viewing Room link?
​A: Yes, you can set a link expiry date by enabling the Link Expires toggle and choosing a date and time.

Q: Do I need to send a new link when updating settings?
​A: Yes, if you update the toggle settings, the existing link will not reflect the changes. You need to copy and send a new link.

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