AstraDraw includes a threaded comment system that allows collaborators to discuss specific elements on the canvas.
- Comments are anchored to specific positions on the canvas
- Comment markers follow elements when they move
- Markers are visible to all collaborators in real-time
- Create comment threads with multiple replies
- @mention other workspace members
- Resolve threads when discussions are complete
- Reopen resolved threads if needed
- Comments sync instantly across all collaborators
- See when others are typing
- Notifications for mentions and replies
- Click the comment tool in the toolbar (or press
C) - Click on the canvas where you want to add a comment
- Type your comment and press Enter or click Submit
- Click on a comment marker on the canvas
- The comment thread opens in the sidebar
- Type your reply in the input field
- Press Enter or click Reply
Type @ followed by a username to mention someone:
@alice Can you review this section?
Mentioned users will receive a notification.
- Open the comment thread
- Click the "Resolve" button
- Resolved threads are hidden by default but can be shown via the filter
| Role | Can View | Can Create | Can Edit Own | Can Delete |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viewer | β | β | β | β |
| Member | β | β | β | Own only |
| Admin | β | β | β | All |
GET /api/v2/workspaces/:slug/scenes/:id/comments/threads
POST /api/v2/workspaces/:slug/scenes/:id/comments/threads
GET /api/v2/workspaces/:slug/scenes/:id/comments/threads/:threadId
PUT /api/v2/workspaces/:slug/scenes/:id/comments/threads/:threadId
DELETE /api/v2/workspaces/:slug/scenes/:id/comments/threads/:threadId
POST /api/v2/workspaces/:slug/scenes/:id/comments/threads/:threadId/resolve
POST /api/v2/workspaces/:slug/scenes/:id/comments/threads/:threadId/reopen
POST /api/v2/workspaces/:slug/scenes/:id/comments/threads/:threadId/comments
PUT /api/v2/workspaces/:slug/scenes/:id/comments/threads/:threadId/comments/:commentId
DELETE /api/v2/workspaces/:slug/scenes/:id/comments/threads/:threadId/comments/:commentId
| Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
C |
Activate comment tool |
Escape |
Close comment panel |
Enter |
Submit comment (when focused) |
- Collaboration - Real-time collaboration features
- Notifications - Notification system for mentions