- Getting started with sequence diagrams š„
- What is Whimsical?
- Getting started with docs
- Getting to know Whimsical - video guide š„
- Working with Whimsical's infinite canvas - video guide š„
- 5 ways to create a new file
- Getting started with flowcharts
- Getting started with mind maps
- Getting started with cards
- Getting started with wireframes
- How to create a new workspace
- How to use AI-assisted mind mapping
- Getting started with Whimsical AI
- Customizing file and folder icons
- Mentions in Whimsical files
- Customizing diagram shapes
- Getting started with sequence diagrams š„
- Commenting in Whimsical files
- Using sections on the Whimsical canvas
- Mentions in Whimsical files
- Customizing diagram shapes
- Sketch on the canvas with freehand drawing
- Annotating files for more detail
- Text-to-object pasting options
- Adding and displaying links in Whimsical files
- Linking to sections and objects
- How to draw a line
- How to filter by selected objects
- Presenting in Whimsical
- Voting on cards and sticky notes
- Using the timer in boards
- Working with the grid and auto-alignment
- Working with connectors
- Does Whimsical have cloud architecture icons?
- Using tables in Whimsical
- Using sticky notes in boards
- Optimizing performance in larger files
- Embedding external content into Whimsical
- Using spellcheck
- Setting custom thumbnails
- How overlays work in Wireframe mode
- Hiding cursors while collaborating
- Getting started with sequence diagrams š„
- Customizing file and folder icons
- How to draw a line
- How to filter by selected objects
- Does Whimsical have cloud architecture icons?
- How overlays work in Wireframe mode
- Moving and copying files
- Using Whimsical on mobile
- Does Whimsical have a dark mode?
- File version history
- Why are the colors of some elements toned down?
- Does Whimsical support offline mode?
- Teams, workspaces & sections explained
- Does Whimsical work on iPad?
- Free viewers commenting in workspaces
- Syntax highlighting in code blocks
- Whimsical desktop app
- Is Whimsical available in other languages?
- Inverting the zoom direction in Whimsical so it works more like Sketch
- Troubleshooting issues and reporting bugs
- How to add emojis
- Team FAQs
- How to restore files from Trash
- Searching in your Whimsical workspace
- Organizing files in your workspace
- I've upgraded but still don't have access to the paid features
- Why can't I edit my files?
- Reporting content in Whimsical
- Does Whimsical have an affiliate or referral program?
- Collaborating with others in real time
- Sharing files and managing access permissions
- Hiding cursors while collaborating
- Prevent new workspace creation
- How to create a new workspace
- Requesting file access
- Workspace discovery settings
- Sorting files and folders
- Changing workspace members' roles
- Setting up SAML session expiry
- Adding and removing members
- Creating and managing teams
- Requesting workspace editor access
- Linking between files
- Member roles in Whimsical
- How to delete a workspace
- How to upgrade your workspace
- Guest access
- Renaming your workspace
- Offboarding users
- Embedding & integrating boards with Jira Issues
- Integrating Whimsical with Google Docs
- Embedding files in ClickUp views
- Embedding files in Asana
- Embedding Whimsical files
- Whimsical AI Diagrams for ChatGPT
- Creating Jira & Confluence Smart Links for Whimsical Files
- Embedding files in Guru
- Embedding files in Trello
- Embedding & integrating boards in Notion
- Integrating Whimsical and Front
- Integrating Whimsical and GitHub
- Embedding files in Almanac
- Embedding files in Zendesk
- Support Whimsical embeds in your app with EmbedKit
- Whimsical previews and notifications in Slack
- Embedding files in Canva
- Integrating Whimsical and Linear
- Embedding files in Nuclino
- Embedding files in Monday
- Embedding files in Medium
- Embedding files in Slab
- Embedding files in Coda
- Setting up Two-factor Authentication (2FA)
- Prevent new workspace creation
- SAML SSO in Whimsical
- SAML SSO with Okta
- Setting up SAML session expiry
- SAML SSO with Auth0
- Whitelisting Whimsical domains
- SAML SSO with OneLogin
- SCIM provisioning with Groups in Okta
- SAML SSO with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)
- Setting up SCIM with Okta
- SAML SSO with Google Workspace (previously G-Suite)
- Setting up SCIM with JumpCloud
- SAML SSO with other identity providers
- Setting up SCIM with Entra ID (Azure AD)
- Signing in with your Whimsical account on multiple devices
- Contact us
Themes and custom colors
Themes give you control and consistency of the colors used in your workspace.
Select your colors with the simple color picker - or get specific with a hex code, then give each color a name and choose light or dark text.
Set a default color themeLink to this section
Your default theme will be applied to all new files created across the entire workspace.
Select theĀ defaultĀ theme underĀ Templates and themes, which you'll find at the bottom of the sidebar. ClickĀ Edit themeĀ to make changes:
Choose your new default colors, color names, and text colors then clickĀ Save:
Important:
- Changing the default theme will affect all files in the workspace, including files in Private or Team foldersĀ for all members of the workspace.
- You'll always see "Whimsical OG" in the list of themes - these are the default Whimsical colors, should you wish to bring them back after editing your default theme. š
Limit who can change the default themeLink to this section
With our Org plan, you can prevent non-admins from editing your default theme.
Go to Workspace settings, and switch on this option:
Custom themesLink to this section
Files with a custom theme will not be affected by changes made to the default theme. š
To create a custom theme, clickĀ New themeĀ underĀ Templates and themes. ThenĀ click Edit theme,Ā do your magic, andĀ Save:
Don't forget to give your theme a name so it's easier to find, and apply to files.
Pro tip:Ā Use an extension like this oneĀ to find the hex codes of colors you like.
Apply a theme to a fileLink to this section
To apply a theme to an existing file, clickĀ Color themeĀ from the file actions menu to the right of the file's name:
Then, clickĀ Apply from themesĀ and choose your theme:
You can change the theme of a file as many times as you like; the last chosen theme will overwrite the previous one.
Note: Any updates made to an existing theme will update all files that use that theme, including files in Private or Team foldersĀ for all members of the workspace.
Change colors without creating a themeLink to this section
You don't have to create a theme to change the colors of a file. Simply open an existing file,Ā click Color themeĀ from the file actions menu and change theĀ colors there directly.
If you really like the colors you've chosen and want to reuse them in other files, save the theme by clickingĀ Copy to Templates and themes:
Tip:Ā If you're looking for a colorblind friendly theme, you canĀ find one on this board in our community templates.
NoteLink to this section
Themes and Custom colors are not available on the Starter Plan. They are available when youĀ upgrade to Pro
