The 2024 autumn release
The noteworthy new features from our 2024 autumn release.
Customization is at the heart of our autumn release. Our new features give you more control over how you create, collaborate, and share on Padlet.
In this overview, we're introducing some highlights from the release. Most of the features mentioned here are available now on web and mobile. We’ll indicate otherwise.
Stay tuned for detailed guides on major features in our blog series over the next few weeks. We’ll update this post to include links to those guides and any other features we launch this release cycle.
New sandbox tools
New shapes
Create concept maps and graphic organizers with our expanded shape collection. New shapes include lines, triangles, diamonds, parallelograms, and speech bubbles.
Connector tool
Make connections between ideas with our new connector tool. Perfect for creating mind maps in the classroom or designing workflows with your team.
Enhanced sandbox collaboration
Allowed tools setting (beta, web)
Control which tools collaborators can use on your sandbox. Limit options for younger learners, gradually introduce features as skills develop, or streamline tools for specific activities.
Join our beta group by following these instructions.
Freeze sandbox
Freeze your sandbox to prevent changes—after a brainstorming session, when assignment submissions are due, or to preserve group work.
Hide cursors
Collaborate without seeing everyone’s cursors on your sandbox. Especially useful when collaborating with a large or easily distracted group.
Sharing your sandbox
Sandbox exports
Export your sandbox as an image or PDF. Use these features to export presentations for parents' night, preserve class projects, or create handouts from collaborative work. Available on web.
Sandbox embeds
Embed sandboxes into your learning management system, class website, or digital portfolio platforms. Available on web.
Advanced sandbox features
Link objects to another website
Link objects in your sandbox to external URLs to create interactive content. Turn shapes into clickable resources, design digital scavenger hunts, or build guided research activities.
Auto-remake links
Use auto-remake links for individual activities and assignments. When you click this link, it will create a copy of the activity without impacting the original. Available on web.
Grouping objects
Organize your sandbox by grouping related elements and taking bulk actions. Create flowcharts and mind maps quickly and easily. Available on web.
Video improvements
AR video lenses (beta, web)
Bring video assignments to life with augmented reality effects. Great for creative storytelling projects, engaging language practice videos, or adding visual interest to video discussions.
Video recording limits
Set time limits for video recordings to keep assignments and discussions to the point.
Analytics
Enhanced analytics features (beta, web)
View new analytics directly from your padlet board or sandbox. Learn about the number of views and unique visitors to your padlets.
Accessibility
WCAG A for boards
Make learning accessible to all students. We are now broadly compliant with WCAG level A for our Board product. Next up: working towards AA compliance.
Safety
Copy protection (web)
Control whether others can download attachments or export your padlet. Protect student work, discussions, and file uploads.
Safety Net on sandbox
Automatically moderate text and attachments uploaded to your sandbox to create a safe environment for collaboration.