Web annotation is a very powerful tool for education, training, and business analysis. The HKMLC allows users to highlight, annotate and talk over web content in real-time. Whether you are using it for web teaching, content analysis, or for live discussions, the annotation feature can help to improve engagement and clarity. In this guide, we’ll show you the best practices for annotating web pages on an HKMLC smart board.
How to Get Started With the Web Page Annotation Tool
To start annotating on the web content:
- Go to the built-in web browser of the HKMLC smart board.
- Go to the page of your choice.
- In the toolbar click on the Annotation Tool, which puts the edit mode into markup mode.
HKMLC smart boards with interactive web annotation tools
Annotating a Web Page: Loading and Preparing the Page
Validate that the page is completely ready before adding any notes:
- Scroll and zoom to hone in on what's going to be pertinent.
- If needed you can change the size of the text.
- Use split-screen so you can view multiple web pages at once.
Using the Pen Tool for Freehand Annotations
Handwritten notes and sketches help to emphasise key points:
- Draw on webpage using your finger or stylus.
- Use thicker and more colorful pens for better visualization.
- Use the eraser tool to fix any errors.
How to Add Text Boxes for Detailed Comments
Typed annotations make everything much more clear and readable:
- Drag-and-drop text boxes anywhere on the web page.
- Color-Code Text to Differentiate between Notes.
- Adjust the size and position of text annotations as required.
Discover the precision of text annotation on HKMLC smart boards.
Using the Highlighter Tool to Call Out Important Points
By favoriting important content you can more easily review it later:
- Choose the highlighter from the annotation menu.
- Select text or images to emphasize.
- Vary highlight colors to classify information.
Use Shapes and Arrows To Add Detail Explanation
Visual aids improve annotation clarity:
- Use circles, rectangles, and arrows to highlight important areas.
- Change shape opacity and border size to your liking.
- Snugly fit shapes into webpage text.
Web Pages, Captured and Saved, with Annotations
Archiving its annotated content allows for future reference:
- Capture full or partial-page screenshots of annotated web pages.
- Export files as PNG, JPG, or PDF.
- Read files locally or in the cloud (e.g., Amazon S3).
HKMLC smart board provides you with file saving features.
How to Share Annotated Web Pages with Team Members or Students
Shared annotations: to collaborate, it’s easier
- Create and print a QR code on annotated pages for faster access.
- Email web annotations from the HKMLC smart board.
- Export files into Google Drive, OneDrive or any other storage in the cloud.
How To Edit Or Change Annotations On Web Pages
Update and tweak annotations as needed:
- Edit text or if you have a square you want to move shapes and highlights.
- Take out annotation you do not need; to clear your content.
- Quick adjustments with undo/ redo function.
How to Clear or Reset Annotations on a Web Page
Start fresh when needed:
- Select Clear Annotations to get rid of all markup.
- Simply refresh the page and it will go back to being normal.
- Save important annotation before data loss.
HKMLC Provides smart board annotation tools for desktops, enabling users to read web pages interactively, enhance their teaching and business discussions, and work together. Want to use web annotation in your smart board? Read the HKMLC smart board!
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