The image search feature is available in myViewBoard Whiteboard for Windows, Android, and iOS. Simply drag and drop the images onto the canvas.
How to insert images in your genially
Did you know that content with images is viewed up to 94% more than content without images? With Genially there are lots of different ways to insert images to enrich your creations and make them more visually appealing.
In this article we’ll explain:
- How to insert an image in your creation
- How to paste images directly onto the canvas
How to insert an image in your creation
Go to the Editor of your genially and click on the Image section, in the left sidebar. The available options are:
- From your device: Upload 1 or more images that you have stored on your device. Once it’s loaded, click on it to insert it on the canvas. Remember, each image you upload cannot exceed 5Mb, nor be larger than 2,000px.
- Transparent background: You’ll see tons of images with transparent backgrounds to illustrate your creations with. Pick the one you like best and add it to your genially with one simple click. You can also type a word related to your creation in the search bar above to see relevant images.
- Pixabay: Access one of the most comprehensive banks of images online without leaving Genially. Use the search option to find the perfect picture for your creation.
- Giphy: You can also access Giphy, the biggest gallery of GIFs, to make your content even more visual, dynamic, and fun.
- Load your own images: Use the images you have in Google Drive or Dropbox by clicking on the icon. It couldn’t be easier!
- URL: Paste the URL of your image and you’ll be able to add it to your genially without having to download it. Save space on your hard disk!
- Brand kit: you can store your brand images here and insert them in your creations. In this tutorial we show you how to add them so you always have them to hand.
NOTE: Accepted file formats are .png, .jpg, .jpeg, .svg, and .gif.
To use the images, click on them or drag them to the part of the canvas you want them to appear on. It’s really easy to edit them too, and we’ll show you how to do that in this tutorial.
How to paste images directly onto the canvas
You can also copy images and paste them on the canvas without having to upload or save them first. Just use the command CTRL+C / CTRL+V or CMD+C / CMD+V if you’re working on a Mac.
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Add images to the canvas
Insert images to the canvas by following these steps:
- In the main toolbar, press .
- In the Magic Box window, press .
- Input keywords to search for an image.
- Double press or press and drag your desired image from the search results to paste it to the canvas.
- Images are added on the left side of the canvas.
- Drag the image around the canvas or select it for more options.
Android
- In the main toolbar, press .
- In the Magic Box window, press .
- Input keywords to search for an image.
- Double press your desired image from the search results to paste it to the canvas.
- Images are added on the left side of the canvas.
- Drag the image around the canvas or select it for more options.
- In the main toolbar, press .
- In the Magic Box window, press .
- Input keywords to search for an image.
- Double press your desired image from the search results to paste it to the canvas.
- Images are added on the left side of the canvas.
- Drag the image around the canvas or select it for more options.
Image editing options
Once you have inserted an image onto the canvas, press in the main toolbar to access the Adorning Menu , which offers various editing options.
Image results are filtered for classroom appropriateness and license-free images.
Here are some additional search rules:
- The maximum number of images that result from a search is 120.
- Image results are publicly owned, meaning they can be reused in your lesson materials without concern for legal issues.
- Search filters ensure images are age-appropriate for younger audiences.
ERROR RETURNING WHEN ADDING IMAGE TO CANVAS?
If after attempting to add an image to the canvas, you receive an error message, some error has occurred with the source of the image. Unfortunately, you won’t be able to add this image.
Instead, try adding a different picture.
