- Getting started with sequence diagrams 🎥
- What is Whimsical?
- Getting started with docs
- Getting to know Whimsical - video guide 🎥
- Working with Whimsical's infinite canvas - video guide 🎥
- 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 🎥
- 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 🎥
- 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
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- 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
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- Setting up Two-factor Authentication (2FA)
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- SAML SSO with Okta
- Setting up SAML session expiry
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- 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
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Getting started with cards
Here's a quick start guide to help you get the most out of Whimsical cards and stacks.
Entering and exiting card modeLink to this section
Enter card mode with the shortcut Shift + C , or use the All tools menu (➕ sign in the toolbar) - The All tools menu can also be accessed with the shortcut /
To exit card mode, select the ⬅️ arrow in the toolbar or use the keyboard shortcut Q :
Making stacks and cardsLink to this section
First, make sure you have card mode enabled. (See above 😉)
To make your first stack:
- Click or drag a stack out from the toolbar
- Use the keyboard shortcut
S
To create a card:
- Double-click on the canvas
- Click or drag a card out from the toolbar
- Use the keyboard shortcut
A
Tip: You can also use the All tools menu to add individual cards and stacks without enabling card mode. Add other items to the same board alongside your stacks and cards, like sticky notes, mind maps, and wireframes.
Customizing stacks and cardsLink to this section
When you create or select a stack, there are a set of customization options available in the toolbar, including:
- Setting the default size for cards added to the stack
- Setting the default color for cards created in the stack
- Opening the stack in a sidebar
- Sorting options for the cards in the stack, such as sorting by newest, oldest, latest comments, most comments, and most votes
When you create or select a card, you get similar options in the toolbar, including:
- Changing the size of the card
- Changing the color of a card
- Choosing whether to watch (subscribe to) the card or not
- Assigning the card to yourself or a teammate
- Duplicating the card
Importing and exporting stacks of cardsLink to this section
A stack of cards can be exported as text, or you can also turn text into a stack of cards. To export as text, select the stack, copy it, and then paste it as plain text (sometimes called paste special) with Command +Shift + V (Mac) or Control + Shift +V (PC).
You can also copy text and convert it to a stack of cards by pasting it into Whimsical while in card mode.
Expanding cardsLink to this section
Once you open a card, you can add a more detailed card description with different formatting options, such as images, links, and bullet lists.
Here, you can also delete the card, assign it to a teammate, change its color, send it to another stack, or start a discussion about it.
Card progress and checklistsLink to this section
When you add a checklist to your card's description, you'll see an indicator on the front of the card showing progress through the list:
Take a look at our templates for ideas on how to use cards and stacks:
