How to Draw on Google Meet in 2024

Drawing on Google Meet using Jamboard allows for real-time collaboration and visual interaction during meetings. This tool enables participants to draw and write, improving engagement and understanding through visual aids. By integrating these features directly into Google Meet, it solves the problem of needing separate applications for visual collaboration, streamlining the meeting process.

Continue exploring this topic to discover how Jamboard can transform their board meetings into more interactive and productive sessions, adding value by fostering creativity and improving communication.

What Is Google Jamboard Or Whiteboard?

Jamboard, formerly known as the Whiteboard in Google Meet, is a digital collaboration tool that functions like a virtual new whiteboard for the Google Workspace app. It allows you to both brainstorm ideas and visually share ideas with others in real-time during a Google Meet video call.

Here's a breakdown of its functionalities:

• Real-time collaboration: Multiple participants can write, draw, and add sticky notes on the Jamboard simultaneously.
• Various tools: It offers tools like pens, highlighters, shapes, and text boxes to facilitate brainstorming.
• Image integration: You can search and insert images directly from Google Search to enhance your ideas.

How To Use Jamboard In Google Meet On A Laptop

Here's a step-by-step guide on how to use the Google Meet (whiteboard) Jamboard on your laptop or pc browser:

1. Start a Google meeting or join a meeting:

• Open Google Meet in your web browser and either start a new meeting or join an existing one.

2. Access Jamboard:

• Look for the three dots at the bottom right corner of your Google Meet window. Click on them.

• From the menu that appears, select "Whiteboard."

3. Choose how to use the whiteboard:

• You'll be presented with two options:

                    Start new: This creates a fresh Jamboard document that will be shared with everyone in the meeting.

                    Choose from Drive: This allows you to open an existing Jamboard file from your Google Drive and share it with the participants.
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4. Use the Jamboard:

• A new window or tab will open showing the Jamboard.

• You'll find various tools on the right side, including pens, highlighters, shapes, sticky notes, and an image insertion option.
• Use these tools to brainstorm, sketch ideas, or visually present information collaboratively with others in the meeting during the screen share.

Additional tips:

• You can minimize the Jamboard new tab and switch back to the main Google Meet window to see the participants and continue your meeting.
• The Jamboard will be saved automatically to your Google Drive.
• You can end the whiteboard session by simply closing the Jamboard window.

How to Use Whiteboard In Google Meet On An Android Device

Unfortunately, Google Meet's built-in Jamboard feature isn't currently accessible on the Android app.

Here are two options to note and consider if you want to use a whiteboard during a Google Meet call on your Android device:

Use a third-party whiteboard app:

• Download a whiteboard app from the Google Play Store. Type "whiteboard" and see which options you prefer to install for your virtual meetings.
• Start a meeting in Google Meet.
• During the call, tap the three dots in the bottom right corner and select "Share screen."
• Confirm screen sharing by tapping "Start Broadcast."
• Minimize the Google Meet app and open your chosen whiteboard app.
• Now, everyone in the meeting will see your screen and any drawings or notes you make on the whiteboard app.

How To Use A Whiteboard In Google Meet On An iPhone

There isn't a direct way to use the built-in Jamboard (formerly built in Whiteboard) feature within the iPhone app as of July 24, 2024.

Here's a workaround using a third-party whiteboard app:

1. Download a Whiteboard app:

• Head to the App Store and download a whiteboard app compatible with iPhone.

2. Initiate or join a Google Meet meeting:

• Open the Google Meet app and start a new meeting or join an existing one.

3. Share your screen:

• During the call, tap on the three vertical dots located at the bottom right corner of your screen.
• From the menu, select "Share screen."

4. Confirm screen sharing:

• A pop-up will appear asking you to confirm screen sharing. Tap on "Start Broadcasting" to begin.

5. Switch to whiteboard app:

• Minimize the Google Meet app by swiping upwards on the screen.
• Open your chosen whiteboard app.

6. Use the whiteboard app:

• Now, everyone in the meeting will see your iPhone screen, allowing you to write or draw on the whiteboard app.

Conclusion

By incorporating Whiteboard or Jamboard into your Google Meet sessions, you can breathe new life into presentations and brainstorming sessions. It includes a more interactive environment, perfect for explaining complex ideas visually or sparking creative collaboration amongst team members.

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Bluedot seamlessly captures video of the entire meeting, including screen sharing, ensuring you don't miss a beat.

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