Getting Started

How to get the most out of the OmniCanvas web app on Windows, Linux, or any device, including sync setup, browser tips, and feature parity with the desktop app.

Keyboard shortcuts (Cmd+K for search, etc.), power user workflows, and tips for working faster in OmniCanvas. Cover canvas drawing shortcuts from Excalidraw too (R for rectangle, O for oval, A for arrow, T for text, etc).

Best practices for setting up your folder structure, choosing a tagging system, configuring dark mode, and establishing a workflow.

A checklist of features to explore in your first week, from basic canvas drawing to the knowledge graph, to help you discover what OmniCanvas can do.

A focused tutorial on creating your first canvas note — drawing shapes, adding text, using sticky notes, and saving your work.

A step-by-step walkthrough for new users: creating your first note, drawing on the canvas, adding sticky notes, organizing with folders and tags, and exploring different views.