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Collaborate in real time in 47 languages, even Shakespearean English if you prefer. A few years ago, I heard that a school in Sweden was collaborating with a school in Korea (South Korea, of course). The teachers thought it would be valuable for students to see what children on the other side of the world were thinking and talking about. Although the students didn't speak the same language, they were using Padlet to bridge the gap. That scene lingered in our minds: two classrooms 8,000 kilometers apart, with different scripts and cultures, sharing ideas on a single board. Today, we've made it even easier. You can now translate any Padlet board—posts, titles, descriptions, comments, everything—into 47 languages. How does it work? If your Padlet account language is different from the language of the board you're viewing, you'll be prompted to translate. Clicking once will display the entire board in your language. If you don't see the guide (we may have misjudged it, as you're a multilingual user), you can find the translation option in the More menu. We intentionally placed it out of sight. Padlet is beautiful, and we didn't want to clutter up your screen with buttons you might not need. You can translate into any of the 47 supported languages, not just your account language. And you can revert to the original text at any time. This isn't just a static snapshot. You can still post, comment, rearrange posts, convert them into slideshows, and even redesign the board. The translated board is real-time and interactive. What happens if there are posts in multiple languages ​​on the board? The language of each individual post is detected. If you're viewing in Spanish and there are English, German, or Japanese posts on the board, only those posts will be translated. Posts already in Spanish will remain as is. We won't translate Spanish into Spanish again. Does it work while people are actively collaborating? Yes, this part was difficult. Imagine someone in Germany (viewing in German), someone in Brazil (viewing in Portuguese), and someone in Japan (viewing in Japanese) simultaneously viewing your English-language Padlet. All three are actively posting and commenting. All new content is simultaneously translated into all three languages ​​and delivered to the right people in real time. A Swedish student posts a message. A Korean student views it in Korean a second later. Then, he replies in Korean. The Swedish student reads it in Swedish. How is the translation quality?

Connect Padlet with over 7,000 apps to automate your posts, boards, and workflows. If you've ever copied something from one app and pasted it into another, you've already experienced Zapier's ability to do it. The difference is that Zapier doesn't forget, doesn't do anything else, and doesn't make typos. Padlet now supports Zapier integrations powered by the Padlet API, which launched in August 2023. Workflows can be triggered when posts are created, edited, or deleted, and activities in other apps can also create and update new boards and posts. How it works Zapier connects your favorite apps to automate tasks without coding. A new integration lets you set up Zaps between Padlet and over 8,000 apps. Triggers include: New Post Edit Post Delete post Change board Actions include: Create, update, upsert, or delete a post Create, update, or delete a section Create a board This means you can instantly connect Padlet to tools like Google Sheets, Slack, and Gmail without having to wait for separate custom integrations. Examples you can try Curate reading material with RSS feeds Import blogs, news, or professional publications directly into Padlet via RSS feeds to stay informed. Each new article becomes a post, which you can organize, color-code, and mark as read. Team performance that doesn't disappear Your team's monthly survey responses can get lost in a spreadsheet. With Zapier, you can choose which rows to send to Padlet, creating a celebration board that people can actually see.

Filling out forms on your phone is incredibly dangerous. When you need to enter a zip code and a regular keyboard appears instead of a numeric keypad, it makes you incredibly angry. Whether you sympathize with my outrage or just like things to work, you'll love our latest update: four new custom field types that automatically validate and clean your data. 4 Field Types for Perfect Data Email field Automatically validates email addresses. Perfect for contact forms and directories. No more mistakes like "john.doe@gmailcom" getting through. Phone number field If it consists only of numbers, we recognize various formats. For example, if you enter (555) 123-4567 or 555-123-4567, we'll display it in the same format. URL field You can include a URL in your post. This is useful for collecting digital portfolios, profiles, and personal websites. Only URLs are allowed. User fields You can tag Padlet users or board collaborators from your school or team account. This is useful for assigning tasks or tracking project owners. Getting started Let me show you how to add these new custom fields. Board Settings → Post Fields → New Custom Field Choose from email, phone number, URL, or user Custom fields are now available on web and mobile. Building a Structured Data Foundation Since 2023, we've continuously expanded Padlet's structured data capabilities. Starting with custom text fields, we've added numbers, dates, single-select, and button fields. With these four additions, we now support nine custom fields, covering the most common data collection needs. Combining the recently released table format with submission links creates a lightweight alternative to the Google Forms + Sheets workflow, complete with multimedia support and real-time collaboration features.

Our enhanced browser extension makes it easy to collect text, images, and links. Internet users worldwide fall into two categories: those who keep their tabs neatly organized, and those who simply keep tabs piling up. I'm one of the latter, the type who keeps tabs piling up endlessly. Back in the day, Safari said, "You can't open any more new tabs," so I just installed Chrome and opened that link separately, without organizing my tabs. And my Safari still hangs there. I've tried various apps over the years to find ways to save and organize interesting content on the web. I've tried bookmarks, note-taking apps, and even paper notebooks, but I've never been able to consistently use them. Now I only use one: Padlet. I create separate boards for everything: articles worth reading, recommendations, and ideas I don't want to forget. The Padlet Mini extension has been completely redesigned to allow you to save internet content in seconds, without copying, pasting, or switching tabs. Whether you're a tab organizer or someone who, like me, lets tabs pile up, you'll never miss a valuable link again. Two ways to save content Padlet Mini provides two ways to capture web content. Method 1: Capture the entire page Clicking the Padlet Mini extension icon anywhere on a webpage will add a link to that page as a post to your board. This is ideal for saving entire webpages, such as articles or blog posts. Method 2: Capturing Specific Content Right-click text, links, or images on a webpage and select "Padlet Mini > Add to Board" to save just the portion you want to your board. This is very useful for saving individual pieces of content, such as quotes, photos, or links. Right-click text, links, or images on a webpage and select "Padlet Mini > Add to Board" to save just the portion you want. This is ideal for capturing individual pieces of content, such as quotes, photos, or links. Both methods involve two simple steps. First, select the padlet (board) you want to post to. You can choose from recent boards, favorites, search, or create a new board right away. Second, finalize the content you want to post. You can either post the content as is or customize the text and post colors. Why Use Padlet Mini? Save design ideas If you find an interesting blog post or a pretty gradient, save it to Padlet.

The connection line is back on the timeline Check out the new and improved timeline format along with other updated formats. When we first released the Timeline format in December 2019, everything seemed perfect. But in March 2023, when we added sections to all formats in response to long-standing user requests, we ran into a problem. In order to support multiple timelines in a single padlet, we had to completely overhaul the existing Timeline, and in the process, we had to remove the iconic connecting lines. The reaction from users was immediate: “Bring back the connectors!” It was a natural request. A timeline without connectors would be nothing more than a series of boxes lined up in a row. We heard you. But we didn’t just restore the old one. We completely rebuilt it. The current timeline is a perfect blend of the lines you’ve been missing and all the latest features we’ve added to Padlet over the years: sections, alignment, wide posts, and a sleek design that looks great on any background. Features of the new timeline The timeline format has a visual line again that connects posts chronologically. You can add posts as usual with the plus button, or you can click the plus icon that appears between existing posts to insert events at a precise location in chronological order. You can navigate the timeline using the arrow controls to move left and right, or jump directly to the beginning or end. On desktop, you can also use keyboard shortcuts: Cmd/Ctrl + arrow keys to jump to the beginning or end, and Shift + arrow keys to move between sections if a section is active. In addition to the connection lines, you can also take advantage of all the latest Padlet features. Turn on Wide Post if you want to see attachments in a larger size, or turn on Sections if you want to divide your timeline into multiple periods. Best of all, you no longer need to sort manually. Add a date field and your posts will be automatically sorted in chronological order. Other formats have also been improved We've also added a completely new table format along with the revamp of the timeline. To go along with this change, we've also reorganized the format names to be more intuitive: Shelf → Columns: More accurately expresses vertical layout Canvas → Freeform: Emphasizes a free and flexible layout Timeline → Rows: Clearly explains the horizontal line structure The real timeline with connecting lines has been renamed "Timeline" because that's what people think of when they think of a timeline. If you want to have multiple timelines in one padlet, use the Rows format and turn on Sections. Why Visual Connections Matter Connectors turn a simple collection of posts into a story of progress. They are especially useful for creating historical content, like the dinosaur or space exploration timelines above, but there are many other uses for them. Personal Storytelling Record important moments in your life, your family history, your autobiographical projects. Track your career progression, your learning journey, and how your creative work changes over time. Project Progress Management Organize your school assignments, research papers, and creative writing into a step-by-step structure. Perfect for event planning, team assignment management, and even tracking semester-long research projects.

Convert your Padlet into an interactive spreadsheet with multimedia, comments, and smart column types. In 2023, we introduced custom post fields to help collect structured data, but we were working towards a bigger goal. Today, we're introducing the Table Layout , a way to view and interact with your padlet as an interactive table, where every post becomes a row and every field becomes a column. Table layouts give you the organizational power of a spreadsheet and features you won’t find in Google Sheets. You can upload images, insert videos, record audio, and add pictures while maintaining the structure of rows and columns. See it in action See how the table layout changes the existing padlet. Parent Contact List Previous : Individual posts scattered throughout Padlet and inconsistently formatted. Difficult to keep track of. Afterwards : A neat and organized table that you can instantly filter by your "Text" or "Email" preferences, sort by name, or quickly scan. Managing a reading group Previous : Discussion post ratings were buried in the text. It was hard to see what was being read and what was coming up next. Afterwards : Each book is on its own row, with clear ratings, sortable by genre or discussion date, and filterable by status to distinguish between "scheduled" and "read." Want to use it for more than just a reading list? Try using the table layout for class grading, student progress tracking, team work boards, and feedback forms. It’s flexible enough to fit any workflow. More than just spreadsheets Multimedia Anywhere Unlike traditional spreadsheets, tables can contain rich media: you can add profile pictures to your roster, insert reference videos for grading, and include audio recordings for language practice. Smart fields, filtering, sorting All columns provide a powerful way to understand the data type and organize information. Date columns can be sorted chronologically, numeric columns can be sorted numerically, and single-select columns can be sorted by a custom order. Filter instantly with single-select options. Each field type automatically applies formats to keep your data clean. Comments and reactions right at your fingertips You can click on any row to add a comment and start a discussion about that particular item. We also added a dedicated panel on the left to show comments and reactions for easy access, since in a wide table, those columns can end up on the right end. A powerful combination

It’s the first week of school. Your middle school gym teacher has suddenly resigned, a family of raccoons has taken up residence in the science lab, and someone has accidentally unshared the entire district’s student roster file. 847 students are now locked out of their assignments. Parents are calling, teachers are panicking, and IT is telling them it will take two days to manually restore the file. You wake up with your heart racing, already mentally writing an email to your IT support team. Then you look at your phone and it’s 2:47 a.m. on July 15. It was just a nightmare. But the student roster outage feels so real. In fact, somewhere out there, a school administrator might be experiencing this right now. We’ve been working on improvements to make this nightmare a thing of the past. Introducing new features in Padlet for Schools. Student roster errors now have a restore button It happens more often than you might think that a school accidentally unshares a student roster, and this can result in the entire school district losing access to Padlet immediately. Previously, we had to collect user data from the school and run a custom recovery program to recover it. The recovery process was complex and time-consuming. Padlet Support can now restore access to all users who were removed during a student roster operation with a single command. We’ve also added the ability to download a CSV file of all users before enabling the student roster feature, so customer operations can see exactly which users will be affected before running a sync. Automatic LMS class integration eliminates the need for manual group setup User groups in the LMS (Learning Management System) allow teachers to share Padlets with entire groups of students with one click. Previously, creating user groups required the customer operations team to work individually with each group of teachers. This involved individual conversations, manual setup, and potential for miscommunication for each user group, which was then repeated for every class in the school. Now when a school administrator sets up an LMS, groups are automatically created, students are added, and updated. Users are automatically invited, added to the library, added to user groups when enrolled in LMS classes, and removed from user groups when no longer enrolled. One of the technical challenges was that LMS platforms generally follow the LTI standard, but each implements certain features differently. For example, Canvas uses dynamic identifiers for users. This required special handling for grade transfer when a student drops and re-enrolls. Some LMSs required custom settings for automatic permission requests. We built platform-specific handling while maintaining a unified user experience for schools. Performance improvements for teachers with a lot of material Teachers with hundreds of padlets were having trouble using the LMS integration feature. When trying to load the entire collection of materials, the screen would become unresponsive. We’ve reworked the deep link wall selection feature to support large users, and now it intelligently sorts and displays the 100 most recently updated walls that the user is a creator or administrator of. We’ve also improved handling when the LMS doesn’t provide proper camera or microphone permissions. Instead of showing a generic error message, we now prompt users to open Padlet in a new tab to continue their assignment. Other convenience improvements Grade transfer fix : Addresses special cases for LMSs that use dynamic identifiers and improves automatic permission request Auto-update name : Usernames are automatically updated when added to your school library via the LMS or student roster. Enhanced security : LMS settings URLs are now securely handled through our security infrastructure Assignment naming improvements : LMS assignment names no longer automatically overwrite Padlet names Notification improvements : Less noisy notifications and better exception handling for LMS class integrations Simplify user management : School administrators can now search for multiple users at once by separating emails and usernames with a space or comma Coming soon features

In this article, you will learn how to use Padlet for video discussions and how to create a learning environment that suits each student's communication style . You will learn everything about video-based learning, which has become even more powerful since the end of Flipgrid. Summary of Key Points Four response methods students can choose from: video, voice, screen recording, and text Expand accessibility and inclusion with automatic captioning in 99 languages A safe learning environment with AI-based content censorship and manual approval system Create a fun and engaging discussion atmosphere with AR filters and GIFs Use it for your purpose with recording time limits by plan After Flipgrid, a new video discussion begins First and foremost, Padlet has become the new standard for video-based learning since the end of Flipgrid. After a year of intensive development, it has evolved from a simple alternative to a more advanced form of video discussion platform. 🎯 Ensuring student-centered choices What’s interesting is that students can participate in whatever way is most comfortable for them . Some students are confident enough to speak in front of a camera, while others can communicate just by voice. You can choose between video, voice messages, screen recordings, and text posts , so it’s like getting a personalized communication tool . The fact that you can join right away with just a link without having to register significantly lowers the barrier to entry. As much structure as the educator wants 📋 Various options for setting tasks The most important thing in education is the balance between clarity and flexibility of assignments . Padlet does this perfectly: Video-only responses : If you want to ensure that students respond with a video, you can make video attachment required. Use a submission form : If you want students to submit their answers before seeing each other's, you can use a submission form. Provide direct guidance : Add reading materials, prompts, and text instructions directly to your Padlet so students have all the information they need in one place. ⏰ Recording time limit by plan Video recording time limits are also designed to be very realistic:

In this article, you will learn how to record your screen in any browser without any extensions . From creating educational content to explaining work, you will discover new possibilities for screen recording. Summary of Key Points Available out-of-the-box in all major browsers without installing any extensions Record only the area you want among tabs, windows, or full screen Voice recording and automatic captioning make explanations clearer Flexible usage according to purpose with time limit by subscription plan Practical features optimized for education and job descriptions The perfect screen recording tool has finally arrived First and foremost, there is no need for a complicated installation process . The biggest problems with existing screen recording tools, such as browser extension installation and Safari compatibility, have been completely solved. 🔧 Magic that can be used right away without installation The new screen recording feature works on Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge browsers without any extensions. Do you know how revolutionary this is? It means you can start recording your screen as naturally as if you were accessing a website. Record exactly as I want 📱 The perfect combination of 3 recording options The most important thing in screen recording is “what to show” . The new tool solves this problem perfectly: Record a specific tab : Perfect when you want to focus on a webpage or a specific application, as you can record cleanly without any distractions from other tabs. Window-by-window recording : If you want to capture only the windows you need, excluding the clutter on your desktop, this option is the best. Full screen recording : When you need to show a complex workflow with multiple windows toggled between, this is the answer. 🎤 Perfect harmony of voice and subtitles What's interesting is the voice recording function and automatic subtitle generation . You can explain the screen while showing it, and the subtitles are automatically generated, so it's completely accessible. It also supports uploading .srt and .vtt files, so you can create professional content. Time limits are also smart ⏰ Customized time limits per plan

Introducing Padlet Analysis feature Creating resources is great, but knowing their impact is even better. That’s why we’re introducing simple yet powerful analytics for Padlets. Now you can track total views, unique visitors, and engagement times for your Padlets. Check the reach of the padlet Open any board or sandbox, click on the three dots in the action bar, and select "Details." At the bottom, you can see the analytics for your Padlet: total views, unique visitors, and engagement time. The data is updated approximately every minute to show you the current impact of your Padlet. What these numbers mean Views shows how many times your Padlet has been visited, Visitors tells you how many unique visitors have viewed your content, and Engagement Time shows you how much time everyone has spent looking at your Padlet. So if you have a bulletin board for your class, you can see not only how many times it was accessed, but also how many students actually viewed it. We calculate these metrics in a privacy-friendly way that doesn’t track individual users, so we respect their privacy while still providing valuable insights. Keep it simple We've streamlined the analytics panel to focus on the most important factors, like the reach of your Padlet. If you want more detailed information about your posts, comments, or reactions, you can export your Padlet to a spreadsheet. When can I use it? Analytics features are currently available on the web and mobile versions of Padlet. Simply open any board or sandbox to see the statistics. What are your plans for the future? This is just the beginning of our analytics journey. We are developing more advanced metrics to better understand how Padlet is being used.

Pop-up books transform flat pages into amazing interactive experiences. We ’ve brought that magic to Padlet Sandbox , along with new sound and visual effects. What's new? You can add special effects to your sandbox that react whenever you click. When celebrating an achievement , you can pop confetti or add fireworks to an important announcement to make your content more engaging. Combine these visual effects with sound effects like applause , ding-dongs , or animal sounds to create a multi-sensory experience. Check it out for yourself. These effects open up new possibilities for sandbox creators. Check out this US Climate Map Project . Clicking on each region opens a new card with interactive buttons and emojis. Check it out! Or try the game "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?". The sound effects alone will tell you if you're right or wrong. It's much more fun than playing with pen and paper! How to set up Adding special effects to your sandbox is simple: Add objects to the sandbox. Click on the object and select "fx". Choose from 6 visual effects and 181 sound effects. When viewing in play mode, clicking on an object will execute the selected effect. Good to know Each object can have one visual effect and one sound effect. The effect only works in Play mode. As with other sandbox tools, you can disable contributors' access to effects if you don't want them to. Available right now Sound and visual effects are instantly available for web and mobile. Are you reading till the end? Fun fact: Since we built this feature using Airtable as the backend , it’s super easy to maintain and extend our special effects library. Let us know what sound or visual effects you’d like us to add next! [Cue applause!] 🎉👏

Have you ever wondered how apps are translated into other languages? Typically, this involves sending thousands of words to human translators who carefully translate every button, message, and menu item. This is not only time-consuming, but also difficult to maintain consistency in translation. Phrases that appear in different places may be translated differently each time, which can be confusing for users. We're trying something new: using AI to translate Padlet. How it works Our new approach combines the speed and consistency of AI with human expertise. First, we select a language for which there is an existing translation—either one we speak or one that has previously been translated by humans. This allows us to verify the quality of the AI output. Using ChatGPT o1, we translate all text in Padlet, using existing translations as examples. AI translates similar phrases consistently across the platform. These translations are then reviewed by linguists to ensure they are accurate and sound natural to native speakers. This hybrid process gives us the best results: consistent translations generated by AI that allow us to quickly release new features, while human experts add important nuance and cultural understanding that machines cannot replicate. Test in two languages We start this new translation system with two very different languages. Urdu : A major global language that will make Padlet more accessible to millions of users. Urdu’s rich linguistic features and unique script make it a perfect case for testing our AI-assisted translation process. Shakespearean English : A fun addition we’ve been wanting to implement since 2020. Now, with AI, we can transform modern English into clear, theatrical language that adds drama without compromising comprehension. Early Results The results were very promising. The AI translations were surprisingly consistent. Whenever a phrase appeared in multiple places, it was translated the same way every time. This allowed our linguists to focus on fine-tuning these consistent translations instead of starting from scratch. Try it yourself Want to explore Padlet in these new languages? Simply visit your account settings and select your preferred language from the menu. Whether you want to use Padlet in Urdu or add a Shakespearean touch to your board, the choice is yours. Future Prospects With the addition of Urdu and Shakespearean English, Padlet now supports 44 languages. This is just the beginning of our journey with AI-assisted translation. As we improve this process, we will be able to add more languages more efficiently, making Padlet a truly accessible platform for users around the world.

A new content protection feature is introduced. Content creation takes time and effort. Whether you’re recording detailed video feedback for your students or sharing confidential documents with your team, you want your content to stay where it’s meant to be. For this reason, we are introducing Copy Protection, a new setting that lets you control how your content can be accessed and shared. When this feature is enabled on Padlet, visitors will not be able to download files or copy your work. Protected Items When copy protection is enabled, only Padlet administrators can: Download attachments to posts Export Padlet to PDF, Image, CSV Make a remake or copy Direct link access to attachments Duplicate or transfer a post This comprehensive protection helps ensure that your content stays exactly where it’s intended. How to set up Enabling copy protection is as easy as a few clicks: Open the settings panel of the board or sandbox Find “Copy Protection” under “Content” Select "Disable All" from the drop-down menu Real-world benefits This feature is especially valuable when: Teachers conducting video discussions who want to prevent the recording from being downloaded Language instructors who want their students to interact directly with content rather than using translation tools Teams that need to keep confidential information only within the platform Anyone who wants more control over their intellectual property Copy protection is currently available on both the board and the sandbox. We've built this feature based on your requests. It's been one of the most requested additions, and we're excited to help keep your content safe. Please continue to send us your feedback —it helps us make Padlet a better service for everyone.

The first day we tested Padlet Sandbox internally, we were in an all-hands video call. We thought it would be a quick demo, but everyone was so excitedly doodling, posting GIFs, sharing memes that we didn’t hear a single word of the presentation. We were just trying out new features. If adults can do this, can you imagine what would happen if we gave these tools to middle school students? That's why we decided that some restrictions were necessary, and as a result, we launched the Sandbox Tool Restriction feature this time. Introducing new features In the future, you can choose to use only the tools you need for collaboration. When holding an idea meeting, you can turn on only the memo function, when creating a photo album, you can leave only the upload function, and when taking a writing class, you can turn off all distracting elements such as drawing and searching. When you turn off the tool, it will disappear from the toolbar and the shortcut keys will not work. This setting applies equally to both web and mobile, and when you change it, it will be reflected to all participants immediately. However, the administrator who created the sandbox can use all the functions at any time, so don't worry. Set up Create a new sandbox Open Settings In the 'Content' menu, find the 'Available Tools' item Just select or deselect the tools you want and you're done. Tip : Want to know exactly what your collaborators will actually see? Open the sandbox in a secret window. As an admin, you can always see all the tools in the regular window, but in secret mode, you can experience it from your collaborators’ perspective. Use Cases We’ve learned from experience that it’s easy to get distracted when there are too many options. Here’s how different groups use this feature to stay focused: Teachers can create note-only sandboxes for intensive writing practice. Teams can turn off all search options and conduct distraction-free brainstorming sessions. Event organizers can create a dedicated gallery for uploading submissions. Workshop facilitators can create sandboxes where only drawing is allowed for visual thinking. Cat owners can disable the laser pointer feature to prevent damage to their computer screens Future plans This is just the beginning of customizing the sandbox. We are working on attachment placeholders that will allow you to request specific types of attachments, which will make the sandbox even more useful. Until then, experiment with different tool combinations, and if your next company demo goes perfectly as planned... well, that's fun, right?

We added 60 new features in the fall. Here are some of the highlights: • Video filter and recording time limit function • Sandbox export and embed functionality • Analysis tools • Copy protection feature • Sandbox auto-regeneration link • Shakespearean English style

Keep your video submissions focused and fun by using time limits and AR filters. We’ve added two new features to our video recorder: a recording time limit and an augmented reality (AR) filter. One is designed to keep you focused, the other is designed to add some fun. This is for previous Flip users who are looking for a new platform. The Art of Time Management You can now set a maximum recording time to keep your video submissions on topic. This recording limit applies to videos in posts and comments. You can choose from presets starting from 15 seconds. The maximum time limit depends on your subscription type. Free: 2 minutes Gold: 5 minutes Platinum: 15 minutes Team, Classroom, School: 30 minutes If you are a Padlet creator, you can record up to the maximum time limit for your account. Filters that add personality The video recorder now includes AR filters you can apply to your recordings. Sometimes you want to look professional, and sometimes you want to look like you're scuba diving in the Pacific Ocean. Check out all the filters here . How to get there There are several ways to find these features. Follow the steps below or check out our help for more information. From the post: Open the video recorder and click on Recording Limits. From that menu, you can adjust the limits and turn off the AR filter. In Board Settings: Go to Post Fields > Attachments > Video Recorder > Custom to adjust recording limits and whether AR filters are available. In Sandbox Settings: You can set your preferences under Allowed Tools > Video Recorder > Custom. These features are available on the web, whether you use the board or the sandbox. Video recording limit settings are also available on mobile. For Flip users These new features, such as recording limits and AR filters, are part of the tools for video discussions. If you're moving from Flip, check out this video, which showcases all the video features Padlet can support your video discussions . We're committed to providing a space for your video needs. Future plans Let us know what AR filters you'd like to see next. Until then, enjoy more engaging and entertaining video discussions.

First there was the circle. Then came the square. Our family of shapes is now growing: arrows, lines, triangles, rhombuses, parallelograms, hexagons, and new speech bubbles. We're introducing these new shapes to the Padlet sandbox, along with connectors to help you connect your ideas. New shapes for new ideas The Shapes menu now includes triangles for indicating directions, rhombuses for decision points, parallelograms for input/output, speech bubbles for annotations, and hexagons for geometry lovers. These shapes have been added to the existing set, bringing the total to 12. With 9 colors and 3 fill options, there are a total of 324 possible combinations to bring your diagrams to life. Exact connection Add arrows and lines between objects using the connection tool. There are six types of connection lines, with solid and dotted versions, straight, single, and double arrows, and six colors in total. You can keep them straight or curve them. They also automatically snap to the center of shapes and objects, creating a clean, professional-looking diagram. Find everything All of these new tools are available right in the Padlet Sandbox. Go to the toolbar and click on the connection icon to use arrows and connecting lines. Click on the shape tool to find all the sandbox shapes. Want to see these tools in action? Check out this flowchart example using the new shapes and connectors. Coming soon We will continue to expand the visual tools for the sandbox. Next up are standard text sizes, text font options, emoji stickers, and an improved voting widget. What shapes and tools would you like to see next? Let us know by email or via social media @padlet.

Customization is at the heart of this fall’s release, with new features that give you more control over how you create, collaborate, and share content in Padlet. This overview covers the key features of this release. Most of the features mentioned here are currently available on web and mobile. If not, we'll point them out. Stay tuned as we will be providing more detailed guides on key features in a series of blog posts over the coming weeks. We will also be updating this post with links to those guides, as well as other features that are released in this release cycle. New sandbox tools New shapes Create concept maps and graphic compositions with an expanded collection of shapes. New shapes include lines, triangles, rhombuses, parallelograms, and speech bubbles. Connection tool Connect ideas with the new Connect tool, perfect for creating mind maps in the classroom or designing workflows with your team. Enhanced Sandbox Collaboration Allowed Tool Settings (Beta, Web) Control the tools your collaborators can use in the sandbox. Limit options for younger learners, gradually introduce features as their skills develop, or streamline tools for specific activities. Please follow the instructions below to join the beta group . Sandbox fixed After a brainstorming session, when an assignment is due, or when you want to preserve group work, lock the sandbox to prevent changes. Hide Cursor Collaborate in the sandbox without seeing other people's cursors. This is especially useful when collaborating with large groups or groups that can be easily distracted. Share the sandbox Export Sandbox Export your sandbox as an image or PDF. Use these features to export a presentation for Parents' Night, preserve a class project, or create handouts for collaborative work. Available on the web. Sandbox Embed Embed the sandbox into your learning management system, class website, or digital portfolio platform. Available on the web. Advanced Sandbox Features Linking objects to other websites Link objects in the sandbox to external URLs to create interactive content. Make shapes clickable resources, design digital treasure hunts, or build guided research activities. Auto-regenerate link Use auto-regenerate links for individual activities and assignments. Clicking on this link will create a copy of the activity without affecting the original. Available on the web. Grouping objects Group related elements and perform batch operations to build sandboxes. Create flowcharts and mind maps quickly and easily. Available on the web. Video Improvements AR Video Lenses (Beta, Web) Bring your video assignments to life with augmented reality effects. Great for creative storytelling projects, engaging language learning videos, or adding visual interest to video discussions.

An innovative digital collaboration tool developed by Padlet based on over 10 years of experience Inheriting the advantages of the existing paddle board while providing more diverse and powerful functions Card-based configuration provides efficient information management and intuitive user experience Maximize your creativity with 20+ simple yet powerful tools Enhance your learning experience with special features optimized for educational environments A complete solution as an alternative to Google Jamboard Secure accessibility with flexible pricing policy Background of the birth of Padlet Sandbox Padlet is a visual bulletin board platform that has been loved by countless users around the world for the past 10 years. It has been used for various purposes, from simple response collection to complex collaborative projects. Now, Padlet is taking it one step further and introducing Padlet Sandbox to meet the diverse needs of more users. Padlet founder Nitesh Goel describes Sandbox as “a sibling of the original Padlet board,” a new product with a common DNA but completely different characteristics. Sandbox is more than just a digital whiteboard, it’s ready to open up a new dimension of collaboration and creativity. What is Padlet Sandbox? Padlet Sandbox is a digital canvas for collaboration, offering a variety of tools for drawing, writing, adding media, and more. This powerful yet easy-to-use tool can be used for: Free idea sketching and whiteboarding Create teaching materials, presentations, and storybooks Interactive documents, activities, and game design Core features of the sandbox 1. Card system The biggest feature of Sandbox is the 'card' system. Instead of an infinite canvas, you can organize information more systematically by organizing content into individual cards. Each card functions as an independent page. Free arrangement and connection between cards possible

Improving the safety net: Automated moderation of media comments Automatically blocks inappropriate images, videos, and audio comments to ensure safe collaboration Previously, you could add images, videos, and audio to posts, and you could comment on posts, but you couldn’t add these media types to comments. This year, we’re combining these features to now allow you to add media to comments. Likewise, Safety Net previously moderated images, videos, and audio on posts, and moderated text comments. Now, with the addition of media comments, Safety Net has expanded. Safety Net will now moderate images, videos, and audio comments. How the safety net works Safety Net is our automated content moderation system. When automated moderation is enabled, Safety Net reviews posts and comments for inappropriate content. If inappropriate content is detected, it notifies Padlet administrators so they can decide whether to approve or reject. When we launched Safety Net last year, we only moderated the text of posts. Since then, we’ve improved it to also moderate images, audio, and video in posts and comments. Save time with automated arbitration Before Safety Net, posts on Padlet either went live immediately or had to be manually approved by the Padlet owner. The former felt risky in certain environments, like middle school classrooms, and the latter was boring. We know that Padlet users spend valuable time manually approving everything to keep Padlets safe in the classroom. Automated moderation is one way to save them a lot of time. Nearly 2.5 million Padlets have been moderated with Safety Net to date. Use a safety net To turn on automatic moderation, go to your Padlet settings. Under Content, go to Moderation and set it to Automatic. Now, all posts and comments on your Padlet will be automatically monitored. It’s that simple. You can enable automatic moderation on web and mobile. Safety Net is your classroom helper Safety Net can make mistakes, and its standards may differ from yours. It may block posts that you consider safe and allow posts that you consider harmful. That’s why Safety Net doesn’t automatically remove flagged content. Ultimately, you decide whether content is safe for your community. Automating Padlet You can schedule a freeze or unfreeze of your padlet up to one year in advance. You can post without visiting Padlet. You can post manually with a browser extension or systematically using the public API . You can also schedule posts. However, you must visit Padlet directly to change your settings. We want to make it easier for Padlet users to send, receive, and process information on Padlet, so we're adding automation features. The first version of Automation will allow you to schedule your Padlets to be frozen or unfrozen up to a year in advance. How Automation Works Automation has two components: triggers and actions. The trigger is what starts the automation, and the action is what happens as a result. Our first set of automations is very simple. We have one trigger called time and two actions called freeze and unfreeze. So we can schedule the padlet to freeze, and we can schedule the padlet to unfreeze. You can set it to automate and forget about it. When you freeze a Padlet, no one can add, edit, or delete anything in it. If you want students to post to the Padlet by a certain time, you can freeze the Padlet to enforce a due date. Or, if you want students to post to the Padlet only after a certain date, you can freeze the Padlet when you create it and then unfreeze it later to start accepting submissions. Without automation, you have to go back and forth to freeze and unfreeze your Padlet. If you prefer to manage your reminders and tasks with calendar notifications, sticky notes, and your iron-clad memory, we applaud you. If you don’t have spare brain cells like us, we recommend automation. This lets you schedule your Padlet to freeze from the moment you create it. One less reason to wake up in the middle of the night worrying about forgetting something important. Accessing the Automation Panel To add an automation to your Padlet, click the three dots to open the Additional Padlet Actions menu, then click Automation. Only Padlet administrators can schedule automations.