Version comparison
The new version of myViewBoard introduces a completely redesigned UI/UX that ensures a seamless and consistent user experience across Windows, Android, and iOS platforms.
Comparison table
This is a summary of key feature improvements in the new myViewBoard release, compared to the current legacy version, with platform-specific capabilities across Windows, Android, and iOS.
Note the following symbols used in the tables:
- indicates full support for Windows
- indicates full support for Android
- indicates full support for iOS
- indicates no support
| Feature Name | old | new |
|---|---|---|
| File Management | ||
| Multi-tabs | ||
| Export file preview | ||
| Canvas / Background | ||
| Navigation map | ||
| Irlen Filter background color | ||
| Long press | ||
| Tooltips / shortcuts | ||
| Unified Tool Enhancements | ||
| Participate Mode | ||
| Speech-to-text | ||
| Flash card | ||
| Combine shapes | ||
| AI pen - automatic image search | ||
New features
File management
Multi-tabs
This release add tabs that enable teachers to open and switch between multiple .OLF format lessons in one session. The new multi-tab interface supports:
- Seamless switching between files.
- Cross-file copy-paste functionality.
- Magic Box offers enhanced usability to categorize tools with descriptive labels.
- Simplified navigation improves onboarding, especially for educators.
Export Preview
This feature integrates with cloud storage, supports QR code sharing, and allows students to quickly access, review, and save teaching materials.
DeleteNew canvas features
Irlen Filter
We've included an Irlen Filter section to the background menu. The Irlen Filter feature adds scientifically-backed background color options that are designed to support learners with diverse visual processing needs.
DeleteLong Press
Performing a 'Long Press' (or right-click in laptop mode) displays long-press actions. This allows teachers to access their preferred tools without disrupting lesson flow. The shortcut includes a set of default actions, with the option to add eight more.
DeleteFeature enhancements
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Navigation Map
The Navigation Map allows users to quickly jump across different sections of a canvas, enabling faster navigation during instruction.
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Tooltips / Shortcuts
This enhancement provides hints for commonly used tools on Android and macOS versions, and aims to help users operate myViewBoard more efficiently.
Cross-platform feature alignment
Magic Box Tools
This version marks a step toward aligning tool behavior and availability across platforms, with Android and iOS now more closely matching the Windows experience. Aligned features now include:
- Flash cards
- Combined shapes
- Speech-to-text
- and more to come!
Participate Mode
This version enhances collaboration sessions with richer background options for interactive learning:
- Toggle between full-screen and canvas mode.
- Pop-up windows for individualized grading and progress tracking.
AI Pen Tools
We've improved the AI Pen's capabilities for shape recognition and image quick-search/insertion.
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