FOR PARTICIPANTS

Participant Guides

Everything you need to join Kolab spaces and collaborate effectively. From first-time setup to mastering the canvas.

First time? Start with System Check

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3 guides

What Kolab is, and getting into your first session.

Understanding Kolab: A Quick GuideThe key concepts you'll encounter in every Kolab session Joining a SessionGet into your Kolab session in 60 seconds flat Setting Up Audio & VideoGet crystal-clear audio and video for your Kolab sessions

Find your way around

3 guides

Moving through the space and seeing who else is there.

Navigating the SpaceMove around Kolab like you own the place Presence & CursorsSee where others are and collaborate in real-time Spatial Avatar PresenceFaces that respond to who's talking, dynamic sizing, and quick ways to spot people on the canvas

Communicate

3 guides

Talking, typing, and reacting without interrupting.

CommunicatingChat, reactions, and getting attention in Kolab Reactions & EngagementUse reactions, emojis, and engagement tools to participate without interrupting Live CaptionsTurn spoken words into on-screen text, right in the moment - available to everyone

Work on the canvas

2 guides

Creating and organising things on the shared board.

Using the CanvasCreate, organize, and collaborate on Kolab's infinite shared workspace Canvas Elements GuideComplete guide to sticky notes, shapes, media, embeds, and card decks

Reference & help

2 guides

Look things up or get unstuck.

Keyboard ShortcutsQuick reference for all Kolab keyboard shortcuts TroubleshootingQuick fixes for common Kolab issues

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