Video Calls

Start video calls directly within Canvas boards for real-time collaboration.

Overview

Video Calls let you communicate face-to-face with collaborators while working on boards together. Perfect for design reviews, problem-solving, and team coordination.

Starting a Call

Initiate Call

Click Video icon in top-right
Allow camera/microphone access
Call starts immediately
Others see call notification

Joining a Call

Click Join Call notification
Or click video icon to join
Camera/mic settings
Enter call

Call Features

Video Tiles

See all participants
Active speaker highlight
Gallery or spotlight view
Minimize to continue working

Audio Controls

Mute/unmute microphone
Adjust volume
Toggle speakers
Audio settings

Video Controls

Turn camera on/off
Change camera (if multiple)
Video quality settings
Background blur (coming soon)

Screen Sharing

Share your screen
Share specific window
Share browser tab only
Stop sharing anytime

Call Controls

In-Call Actions

Mute/Unmute - Toggle microphone
Video On/Off - Toggle camera
Share Screen - Share your display
Leave Call - Exit call

Layout Options

Gallery View - All participants equal size
Spotlight - Focus on active speaker
Minimize - Small overlay while working

Use Cases

Design Reviews

Show work in real-time
Get immediate feedback
Discuss changes live
Make edits together

Problem Solving

Debug issues together
Screen share to demonstrate
Collaborative troubleshooting
Faster resolution

Training

Teach board usage
Walk through workflows
Show techniques live
Answer questions immediately

Client Presentations

Present and discuss
Get real-time feedback
Answer questions live
Build in presentation mode

Best Practices

Before Call

Test camera/mic
Check internet connection
Close unnecessary tabs
Prepare talking points

During Call

Mute when not speaking
Use screen share effectively
Take turns speaking
Stay focused

After Call

Document decisions in Notes
Share action items
Save important changes
Follow up as needed

Call Quality

Requirements

Stable internet (5+ Mbps)
Modern browser
Camera and microphone
Sufficient bandwidth

Optimizing Quality

Close other apps
Use wired connection
Reduce video quality if needed
Limit participants if laggy

Privacy & Security

Permissions

Camera/mic access required
Browser permissions needed
Can revoke anytime
Per-call basis

Call Privacy

Only board collaborators can join
No recording (currently)
Encrypted transmission
Private to your team

Who Can Join

Anyone with board access
Must be logged in
Invitation only
No public joining

Troubleshooting

Can't start call

Check browser permissions
Allow camera/mic access
Try different browser
Check internet connection

No video/audio

Check device settings
Verify permissions
Test in browser settings
Try different device

Poor quality

Check internet speed
Reduce video quality
Close other applications
Try wired connection

Can't hear others

Check volume settings
Verify not muted
Test speakers
Check audio output device

Others can't hear you

Check microphone muted
Verify mic permissions
Test microphone
Check input device

Call Limitations

Current Limitations

Max 10 participants
No recording (yet)
No call history
Browser-based only

System Requirements

Modern browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari)
Camera and microphone
Stable internet connection
Sufficient bandwidth

Tips

Effective Calls:

Set agenda beforehand
Keep calls focused
Share screen to demonstrate
Take notes in board

Technical:

Use headphones (prevents echo)
Good lighting for video
Minimize background noise
Stable internet connection

Etiquette:

Mute when not speaking
Don't interrupt
Be present (no multitasking)
End call properly

Alternative: External Tools

For advanced features:

Zoom for recording
Google Meet for integration
Teams for enterprise
Use alongside Lucky 7

But in-board calls are convenient for:

Quick discussions
Staying in workflow
No context switching
Board-specific topics