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Getting started with Pencil Spaces

Learn the basics of Pencil Spaces

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Written by Imran Ahmed
Updated over a week ago

Welcome to Pencil Spaces

In this article, you’ll get a quick overview of the key features that make up Pencil Spaces.

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What is a Space?

A Space in Pencil Spaces is your online classroom. A Space has an infinite whiteboard canvas with built-in video conferencing. You can draw, write, share files, and collaborate in real time.

All Spaces are saved automatically and can be accessed anytime from your Pencil Spaces Home Page.

What is a Board?

A Board is an individual whiteboard canvas inside a Space. Each board gives you infinite room to create, brainstorm, or present ideas.

You can:

  • Create as many boards as you need

  • Rename, delete, and manage boards

  • Organize boards in a folder

In short, think of Boards as pages or sections within your Space, each one dedicated to a specific topic or activity.

What is a Room?

A Room is like a breakout area within a Space — perfect for smaller group discussions or focused collaboration.

You can create multiple Rooms inside a single Space, and each Room can contain its own set of Boards. This allows different teams or students to work independently while staying connected within the same Space.


Whiteboard Tools

Pencil Spaces features a powerful, interactive whiteboard that supports a wide range of content — including PDFs, images, and videos. You can even bring in your favorite apps or websites using the Web Viewer tool.

Beyond multimedia, the whiteboard also lets you collaborate in real time by writing, drawing, highlighting, adding notes, and much more.

Video Calling

Pencil Spaces comes with built-in video conferencing, making it easy to connect, teach, and collaborate in real time. No need for external apps or plugins!

You can host meetings, share your screen, record sessions, and use features like breakout rooms for focused discussions. Whether you’re teaching a class or collaborating with a team, video calling keeps everyone connected and engaged right inside your Space.

💡 Pro Tip

Before starting your class or meeting, run our Tech Check to test your device and network connection quickly.


Want to see Pencil Spaces in action?

Watch this short video to learn what Pencil Spaces is and how it brings collaboration, whiteboarding, and video calling together — all in one place.

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