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Excalidraw lets users draw in a browser, access live collaboration, and save their drawing work to a file.

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Excalidraw whiteboard canvas interface with drawing tools, canvas controls, and quick action shortcuts.

What is Excalidraw?

Excalidraw is a virtual whiteboard application that provides a digital canvas for sketching and diagramming directly inside a web browser. Its purpose is to allow users to quickly create visual illustrations, wireframes, and geometric shapes with lightweight tools, storing drawings locally in browser storage.

The application supports individuals, educators, software engineers, and remote teams who need a rapid, accessible sketching surface. Through its live collaboration capability, it enables multiple participants to share a canvas session, communicate ideas visually, and export their work.

Key features

  • Real-time live collaboration on drawings.

  • Canvas navigation using the scroll wheel or Space bar while dragging, or using the hand tool.

  • Saving drawings directly in browser storage.

  • Saving drawing work to a local file.

  • Exporting drawings and configuring preferences and language settings.

  • Access a shortcuts and help panel.

  • Access the Open command with Cmd+O.

  • Choose a tool to start drawing.

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