ActivInspire

User Guide

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Table of Contents 
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Downloading ActivInspire .................................................................................................................. 6 
Installation for Windows and Linux ................................................................................................... 8 
Installation for Mac ........................................................................................................................... 10 
Installing the Resource Pack ........................................................................................................... 12 
Using ActivInspire for the First Time .............................................................................................. 15 
Saving a Flipchart ............................................................................................................................. 16 
Publish ............................................................................................................................................... 17 
Print .................................................................................................................................................... 18 
Check for Updates ............................................................................................................................ 19 
Help and Support .............................................................................................................................. 20 
Dashboard ......................................................................................................................................... 21 
Creating Activities ............................................................................................................................ 22 
Playing Activities .............................................................................................................................. 23 
Desktop Annotate ............................................................................................................................. 24 
Timer .................................................................................................................................................. 25 
Importing a PowerPoint .................................................................................................................... 26 
Importing a SMART Notebook File .................................................................................................. 27 
Importing a PDF and Saving as a PDF ............................................................................................ 28 
Marquee Handles .............................................................................................................................. 29 
Translucency Slider .......................................................................................................................... 31 
Grouping Objects .............................................................................................................................. 32 
Locking Objects ................................................................................................................................ 33 
Layering ............................................................................................................................................. 34 
Transform .......................................................................................................................................... 35 
Align ................................................................................................................................................... 36 
Grids .................................................................................................................................................. 37 
Reset Page......................................................................................................................................... 38 
Docking Toolbox ............................................................................................................................... 39 
Page Extender ................................................................................................................................... 40 
Color Picker ....................................................................................................................................... 41 
Browsers............................................................................................................................................ 42 

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Page Browser .................................................................................................................................... 43 
Adding to My Resources .................................................................................................................. 44 
Shared Resources ............................................................................................................................ 45 
Resource Library .............................................................................................................................. 46 
Object Browser ................................................................................................................................. 47 
Page Notes ........................................................................................................................................ 48 
Property Browser .............................................................................................................................. 49 
Background Color ............................................................................................................................. 50 
Page Turn Effects ............................................................................................................................. 51 
Page Tools ......................................................................................................................................... 52 
Revealer Mode ................................................................................................................................... 53 
Spotlight Mode .................................................................................................................................. 54 
Inserting Pages ................................................................................................................................. 55 
Adding Questions ............................................................................................................................. 56 
Inserting Multimedia ......................................................................................................................... 57 
Adding Videos ................................................................................................................................... 58 
Adding Sound ................................................................................................................................... 59 
Adding Text ....................................................................................................................................... 61 
Shapes ............................................................................................................................................... 62 
Equation Editor ................................................................................................................................. 63 
Connectors ........................................................................................................................................ 64 
Timestamp ......................................................................................................................................... 65 
Desktop Tools ................................................................................................................................... 66 
Annotation Tools .............................................................................................................................. 67 
Magic Ink............................................................................................................................................ 68 
Pen Modifiers .................................................................................................................................... 69 
Handwriting Recognition.................................................................................................................. 70 
Shape Recognition ........................................................................................................................... 71 
Revealer Tool .................................................................................................................................... 72 
Spotlight Tool .................................................................................................................................... 73 
Camera Tool ...................................................................................................................................... 74 
Sound Recorder ................................................................................................................................ 75 
Screen Recorder ............................................................................................................................... 76 
Clock and Timer ................................................................................................................................ 77 
Tickertape .......................................................................................................................................... 78 
 

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Spellcheck Flipchart ......................................................................................................................... 79 
Teacher Lock ..................................................................................................................................... 80 
Calculator .......................................................................................................................................... 81 
Dice Roller ......................................................................................................................................... 82 
Ruler and Protractor ......................................................................................................................... 83 
Set Square and Compass ................................................................................................................. 85 
XY Origin Tool ................................................................................................................................... 87 
Actions ............................................................................................................................................... 88 
Applying Actions to Specific Tools ................................................................................................. 89 
Command Actions ............................................................................................................................ 90 
Page Actions ..................................................................................................................................... 91 
Object Actions ................................................................................................................................... 92 
Document and Media Actions .......................................................................................................... 93 
Reorder .............................................................................................................................................. 94 
Another Page ..................................................................................................................................... 95 
Hidden ................................................................................................................................................ 96 
Rub and Reveal ................................................................................................................................. 97 
Drag a Copy ....................................................................................................................................... 98 
Containers ......................................................................................................................................... 99 
Keyword Containers ....................................................................................................................... 101 
Rubber Stamp ................................................................................................................................. 103 
Profiles ............................................................................................................................................. 104 
Layout .............................................................................................................................................. 105 
Commands ...................................................................................................................................... 106 
User Defined Buttons ..................................................................................................................... 107 
Settings ............................................................................................................................................ 108 
Settings: Clock Tool ....................................................................................................................... 109 
Settings: Design Mode ................................................................................................................... 110 
Settings: Effects .............................................................................................................................. 111 
Settings: Flipchart .......................................................................................................................... 112 
Settings: Flipchart Objects ............................................................................................................ 113 
Settings: Language ......................................................................................................................... 114 
Settings: Learner Response System ............................................................................................. 115 
Settings: Multimedia ....................................................................................................................... 116 

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Settings: Online Settings ............................................................................................................... 117

Settings: Profile and Resources .................................................................................................... 118

Settings: Recordings ...................................................................................................................... 119

Settings: Spell Checker .................................................................................................................. 120

Settings: Tools ................................................................................................................................ 121

Settings: User Input ........................................................................................................................ 122

ClassFlow Connect Devices .......................................................................................................... 123

Help and Support ............................................................................................................................ 125

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Downloading ActivInspire

To access your free download of ActivInspire, please visit Promethean Support. Should you require assistance

at any point, please Contact Us.

Select Downloads. Scroll down the page and select Download ActivInspire.

Select your language, then select Next.

Next, select your operating system. Enter your name,

occupation, country, and email address and confirm that

you have read and accept the terms of the Licensing

Agreement to proceed.

Select Submit.

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You will receive an email with instructions for downloading ActivInspire. If you have not received the

confirmation email after ten minutes, be sure to check your spam folder.

While the software downloads, take a moment to generate an Activation Key

for ActivInspire Professional Edition, and download your free ActivInspire

Resource Pack.

The ActivInspire Resource Pack provides you with a multitude of subject-specific lesson-building resources to

quickly and easily add to any flipchart.

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Installation for Windows and Linux

Once the software has downloaded, install it by double clicking

the file.

Select the Setup Type from the list and click Next. We

recommend you perform a Full Install.

Choose destination location and select Next.

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Choose where you would like to install the Core

Resources and select Next. Accept the terms of the

license agreement and select Next. Review settings and

select Next.

Select Install to begin the installation. The installation

may take several minutes.

Select Finish to close the window.

For instructions on downloading ActivInspire on Linux, please visit Promethean Support.

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Installation for Mac

Once the software has downloaded, open the package by double clicking the file. Inside you will find two files:

ActivInspire and ActivDriver. Double click ActivInspire to install.

If the message below appears, select Allow.

The installer will begin. Click Continue.

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Select your language and click Continue.

Read and agree to the license terms.

Click Install.

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Enter your password.

The installation may take several minutes.

When presented with this screen, select Open System Preferences.

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In the privacy tab, under Accessibility, ensure updd and UPDD Commander are checked.

Select your preferred options, then click Continue.

Once installed, you may close the window.

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Installing the Resource Pack

If you have ActivInspire software, you will also want the Shared Resources that accompany it. These include

valuable lesson building resources for a variety of subject areas. To download and install the Resource Pack,

begin by visiting support.prometheanworld.com. Select Downloads in the Header. Scroll down the page and

select Install ActivInspire and Resource Pack.

Scroll down to the link titled Resource Pack, and click the link to begin the installation.

Once your Resource Pack has downloaded, open ActivInspire’s File menu and select Import. Select

Resource Pack to Shared Resources.

Browse to the newly downloaded Resource Pack file, select it, and click Open. The resources will be imported

and indexed.

Once complete, the resources can be found in the Resource Browser, under Shared Resources, then

Subjects. If your Browsers are not visible, go to View, then Browsers.

If you need technical support, please contact us.

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Using ActivInspire for the First Time

Once ActivInspire is installed, there will be a shortcut on your desktop. Double-click it to launch ActivInspire.

Next you will see the Promethean License Agreement window. Enter a User Name, Organisation and

Activation Key. Check the box to accept the terms of the license, then click OK.

If you do not have an ActivInspire Activation Key, you can leave this field blank. You can try ActivInspire

Professional Edition for 60 days by clicking the Trial option. If you prefer to use ActivInspire Personal Edition

only, or the trial period has expired, click Run Personal Edition to proceed.

The first time you run the software you will be asked to confirm which program you are most familiar with:

ActivStudio, ActivPrimary or Microsoft Office applications (such as PowerPoint).

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Saving a Flipchart

Saving an ActivInspire flipchart is easy. Go to File, then Save or Save As.

You will be prompted to select a location on your device. Give your flipchart a name and select Save.

Note: Although you and your students may make changes to the flipchart during class, such as annotations,

you can always use Reset Page to restore your flipchart to its most recently saved version. This allows you to

save your original file for later use.

Reset Page icon

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Publish

The Flipchart Publisher in ActivInspire allows you to create a protected version of your flipchart, preventing

others from being able to copy or print its contents.

Be sure to save a copy of your flipchart in a safe place before you publish it. Once published, any restrictions

you have set for other users will also apply to you.

To access the Flipchart Publisher, go to File, and select Publish.

A menu will appear, allowing you to enter publisher information. This

information is for your own use and will not be visible to others.

Select restrictions. Selecting Cancel will close the dialogue box without saving.

Once you have finished, select Save Details to save your choices without

publishing. Finally, select Publish to apply your choices and save the flipchart

to a new location.

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ActivInspire makes it easy to print your flipcharts to use as handouts, incorporate in substitute notes, and more.

To print, go to File, then Print.

The Print dialogue box opens. Select from a range of options.

If Page Notes have been added to the flipchart, the notes may be printed as well.

You also may Export to PDF.

After you have made your selections, select Print.

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Check for Updates

ActivInspire checks for software updates each time you start the program. For this to be effective, you need a

strong internet connection. If a newer version is available for automatic download, a message will display. This

will prompt you to choose whether you wish to install the new version. Click OK to download and install the

new version or Cancel to ignore the new version and continue opening ActivInspire.

You may prefer to use the manual option of updating by using Check for Updates. To access this feature, go to

Help, then Check for Updates. If your version is up to date, simply tap OK.

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Help and Support

We want you to feel supported with your ActivInspire experience. One way to get help is to begin in the

ActivInspire software. Go to Help, then Contents. This will open a new tab or window within your default web

browser. View suggested topics or search by keyword.

You may also visit support.prometheanworld.com. Select Interactive Software, then ActivInspire. View

Documents, Articles, and more. You may also contact Promethean Support.

Visit Learn Promethean for even more ActivInspire-related resources.

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Dashboard

The ActivInspire Homepage appears on opening the software, allowing you to quickly and easily create new

resources, access existing resources, and more. To access the Homepage at any time, select the Home

button along the top of the window.

Select Flipcharts to create and access

flipcharts. Click Back to return to the

Homepage.

Select Activities to access 10 different

activity types – truly something for every

content area and grade level.

Select Desktop Annotate to initiate one

of ActivInspire users’ favorite tools.

Select the Timer to utilize a combination

of timers, stopwatches, or clocks.

The Recent area within the Homepage displays your recent Flipcharts and Activities.

Select New to ActivInspire to visit our Learn Promethean site with over one hundred short tutorial videos and

printable PDF guides.

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Creating Activities

Activities are a quick, easy way to add additional engagement to your instruction. With ten different activity

types to choose from, they’re an ideal way to help students practice skills and concepts, no matter your grade

level or content area. Activities are accessible from the Homepage. To access the Homepage at any time,

click the Home button along the top of the window. Select Activities from the Homepage.

Select the activity type you wish to create and begin

adding your content. For most activities, you can add

text and images.

Within the Activity Builder, select the three vertical

dots in the top right corner for more options.

You may use the default activity background or select

Change to use an image from your computer. You may

also choose a color scheme.

It is important to save your activity. Select Save to choose a location to save the file and give your activity a

title. It is a good idea to include the activity type in the title for easy retrieval later. Click Save when complete.

Once you have saved the activity, you will have the option to Add to Page. This adds the activity to your

current flipchart. Activities also may be accessed and played from the Homepage.

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Playing Activities

Activities may be played as stand-alone tasks or added to your flipchart. Activities are accessible from the

Homepage. To access the Dashboard at any time, click the Home button along the top of the window.

Within the Homepage, you may select Activities to create new or open existing activities.

When you open an existing activity from the Dashboard,

it will automatically launch the activity. When building an

activity, select Play to play the Activity. In both scenarios,

the arrows button will take you to a full screen view.

For existing activities, select Edit to make changes, and

add the activity to your current flipchart by selecting Add

to Page. When building an activity, you will have the

option to Add to Page once you save the activity.

Once an activity has been added to a flipchart, hover over the activity in Presentation Mode. Notice how your

cursor changes to a play icon. Click once to play the activity. In Design Mode, you may manipulate the activity

as you would other flipchart objects.

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Desktop Annotate

The Desktop Annotate tool provides you with seamless interaction with existing resources, websites, and

more. Desktop Annotate appears on your Homepage on opening ActivInspire and is also accessible from your

main toolbox.

Once you launch Desktop Annotate, ActivInspire automatically minimizes, leaving just your Page Browser,

main toolbox, and trash can.

Feel free to move or close your Page Browser or trash

can for more space. Keep your main toolbox open to

access annotation tools.

Even while annotating, you are still free to interact with

the resource. For instance, scroll or click within a website.

Annotations will stay in place, but you may use the Eraser tool or the Clear Tool (then Clear Annotations) to

remove them. Exit Desktop Annotate mode any time by clicking the button on your main toolbox.

ActivInspire automatically creates a new flipchart, titled Desktop Flipchart, allowing you to easily access your

annotations. You may wish to save this new flipchart.

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Timer

The Timer is an ideal way to manage time in your classroom – for activities, group work, assessments, and

more. The Timer is accessible from your Homepage. To access the Homepage at any time, click the Home

button along the top of the window.

Once you select Timer from the Homepage, the Timer appears. Drag to move it anywhere on your screen.

There are three modes: Clock, Timer, and Stopwatch. Tap whichever title

is currently displaying to toggle between the three modes.

Within the Timer, choose between presets, including 30 seconds, one

minute, ten minutes, or one hour, or use the arrows to customize your own

timer.

Press the start button to initiate. Use the pause button to pause and resume

the timer or the reset button to reset.

In all three modes, you may select the gear to access additional options.

Regardless of which mode you are in – Clock, Timer, or Stopwatch – simply tap the plus sign to create a new

one. This is handy for managing multiple tasks at once.

As an added bonus, you may continue using these tools even with ActivInspire minimized and other windows

in use. Tap the X to close each Clock, Timer, or Stopwatch.

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Importing a PowerPoint

ActivInspire allows you to import your existing resources, such as PowerPoints, saving you time, and providing

you and your students the ability to use features like annotation tools.

Please note: Importing PowerPoints is only available for Windows users. For Mac users, a possible solution is

to print your PowerPoint presentation as a PDF, then import it into ActivInspire as a PDF.

To import a PowerPoint, go to File, then Import.

Choose from two options.

Powerpoint as Images means each slide of your PowerPoint imports as one static image that fills a whole

flipchart page.

Powerpoint as Objects means items in your PowerPoint presentation become individual objects on each

page of the flipchart, so you may edit and manipulate them.

You will be prompted to find your file. Then select Open. Depending on the

size of your PowerPoint, it may take a moment to import.

The imported PowerPoint opens in a new flipchart file. To save, go to File, Save As.

Please note: ActivInspire does not yet support Microsoft PowerPoint 2013 or later. If this

version is installed on your computer, you may encounter an error message when you try to

import a PowerPoint file.

As a workaround, try removing any spaces or special characters from the file name and

path. You may also find it helpful to save the file on your Desktop in the 97-2003

PowerPoint version.

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Importing a SMART Notebook File

ActivInspire allows you to import your existing resources, such as SMART Notebook files, saving you time, and

providing you and your students the ability to use features like annotation tools.

To import a SMART Notebook file, go to File, Import, then SMART® Notebook File v8, v9, v9.5, v10.

You will be prompted to find your file. Then select Open. Depending on the size of your SMART Notebook file,

it may take a moment to import.

The imported SMART Notebook file opens in a new flipchart file.

Each slide of your SMART Notebook file is now its own page within the flipchart.

To save, go to File, Save As.

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Importing a PDF and Saving as a PDF

ActivInspire allows you to import your existing resources, such as PDFs, saving you time, and providing you

and your students the ability to use features like annotation tools.

To import a PDF, simply go to File, then Import. Select PDF. You will be prompted to choose the file from your

device. Then click Open.

Once selected, you have additional options.

You can alter the page size to fit your needs, use all or part of the

document, and use the PDF to make a new flipchart or insert it into

one you currently have open.

Once you have made your selections, click Import.

Each page of the PDF becomes its own page within the flipchart.

To export your flipchart to a PDF, simply go to File, Export, All Pages to, then

PDF.

You will be prompted to choose a destination on your device to save this PDF.

Then select Save.

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Marquee Handles

When you select any object in ActivInspire, the Marquee Handles appear.

Click and drag to extend and distort the object with the sizing handles. Click and drag the sizing handle on the

bottom right to resize the object proportionately.

Object Tool Bar

Shapes and objects

Object Tool Bar

Images

1. Use Freely Move Object to move objects around the flipchart page by clicking and dragging.

2. Rotate an object by clicking and dragging.

3. Object Edit Menu expands to offer a range of options.

4. The Translucency Slider lets you increase or decrease an object’s translucency.

5. If objects are Grouped, you manipulate and edit them as a single object. This button will appear yellow

when the selected items are Grouped. Toggle this button to Group or Un-Group them.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12

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6. Use Bring Forward to reposition overlapping objects.

7. Use Send Backward to reposition overlapping objects.

8. Use Duplicate to replicate the selected object.

9. Increase Object Size increases an object’s size by 10% with each click.

10. Decrease Object Size decreases an object’s size by 10% with each click.

11. Use Edit Shape Points to change the shape of an object by clicking and dragging.

12. Use Crop Image to crop and edit an image.

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Translucency Slider

The Translucency Slider allows you to easily increase or decrease an object’s translucency at any time.

Once you select an object within your flipchart, look for the Marquee Handle. Translucency Slider is located

fourth from the left.

Drag the Translucency Slider at any time to conceal or reveal objects. Note: in this example, objects (labels)

are grouped.

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Grouping Objects

Grouping objects in ActivInspire is a handy way to design your flipcharts, as well as apply actions and tools to

more than one object at the same time.

One way to group objects is to use the Select tool and drag over the objects you wish to group.

Once you have selected that area, look for the Marquee Handle. Click the Grouped button, located fifth from

the right.

Once items are grouped, the icon will appear in yellow. Click the Grouped button again to ungroup.

Another way to group objects is to use the Control key if using Windows, or the Command key if using a Mac.

Select the first object, then hold down either the Control or Command key and continue selecting objects to

group. Once all desired objects are selected, use the Grouped button from the Marquee Handle.

Select tool

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Locking Objects

Locking objects in place – like images, shapes, text, and annotations – allows you to create interactive

flipcharts for your students, but isolate objects you do not wish to be moved.

You may lock objects from either Design or Presentation Mode, but you may only unlock them in Design Mode.

To lock, simply select the object and choose Object Edit Menu from the Marquee Handle, located third from

the left. Click Locked.

Additionally, your Object Browser allows you to see all locked objects at a glance.

You may also lock or unlock objects directly from the Object Browser. Select the object and click the small

menu icon.

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Layering

In ActivInspire flipcharts, all objects – such as images, shapes, text, and annotations – are placed in layers.

You can move objects from one layer to another, allowing you to create interactive lessons and activities.

The best way to visualize layering is to view your Object Browser. If your Browsers are not visible, go to View,

then Browsers.

The Object Browser shows all objects on a page and allows you to edit layers. You can drag and reposition

objects within the same layer, or to a different layer.

The Top Layer contains objects made using the Connector, Pen, Highlighter, and Magic Ink tools.

The Middle Layer consists of images, shapes, and text.

The Bottom Layer is initially empty, but you can move objects to it.

The Background Layer consists of the background page color, as well as a

background image or grid. Objects placed on this layer will become locked

and appear below all other objects and layers.

You can also change the position of objects within the same layer by selecting an object and using the Bring

Forward or Send Backward buttons on the Marquee Handle.

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Transform

ActivInspire allows you to transform any object within your flipchart – perfect for use in math lessons, as well as

your overall flipchart design.

To resize an object, use the bottom-right sizing handle to transform objects

so they maintain their original proportions. Resizing with the other handles

may distort your objects.

Access additional transformation tools by selecting an object and clicking the

Object Edit Menu, located third from the left on the Marquee Handle.

Choose Transform from the menu to view more options.

Some of our users’ favorites include Increase Object Size and Decrease Object Size. These will increase or

decrease an object’s size by 10% with each click.

You may also Mirror in X Axis, Mirror in Y Axis, Flip in X Axis, or Flip in Y Axis.

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Align

ActivInspire allows you to align objects within your flipchart – perfect for creating student activities and for

overall flipchart design.

Use the Select tool and drag to select the objects you wish to align.

Next, choose Object Edit Menu, third from the left on the Marquee Handle. Click Align. There are several

options to choose from.

Note that for each of these actions, the alignment criteria for the whole group are always based on the first

object created in the group.

Select tool

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Grids

Use Grids to create math lessons, activities, provide organized work spaces for students, and for help with

general flipchart design. They are customizable, easy to apply, and there are several that come with

ActivInspire software.

To access Grids, go to your Resource Browser, second in your Browsers.

If your Browsers are not available, go to View, then Browsers.

In Resource Browser, select Shared Resources. Expand the Grids folder

to view subfolders.

Once you find a Grid, just drag it onto your flipchart page to apply it.

When you apply a Grid to a page, you can still change the background

color and image of your flipchart page, as well as add and manipulate

annotations and images.

To customize a Grid, right-click on any blank area of your flipchart page and select Grid Designer. You can

also go to Edit and click Grid.

Modify your Grid’s scale, color, and more. Grid settings change in real time,

so you can preview them instantly. Once you have made your changes,

click Close.

Remove a Grid at any time by right-clicking on a blank area of the flipchart

page and selecting Hide Grid.

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Reset Page

Utilizing Reset Page is the perfect way to use your flipcharts multiple times.

Reset Page resets the flipchart page to its most recently saved state. You can find Reset Page in your main

toolbox, or go to Edit, then Reset Page.

After you or your students make changes to a flipchart – for example, annotations – use Reset Page to restore

it.

Reset Page

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Docking Toolbox

ActivInspire allows you to dock and reposition the toolbox to best fit your needs.

Select the menu icon to access docking options.

Attach the toolbox to the inside edge of the ActivInspire window in the

chosen position, or leave it floating so that you can drag and drop it as

required.

Note: You can set the toolbox to Floating at any time by dragging it from a docked location into the middle of

the screen.

Roll Up condenses the toolbox to reveal only the first row of icons.

Roll In condenses the toolbox to conceal the Toolbox Shortcut Bar.

If you dock your toolbox on the top or bottom of the ActivInspire window, you can go to File, Settings, Layout,

and select the Main Toolbox dropdown menu to reposition it. Click Done when finished.

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Page Extender

The Page Extender is available to help you create more space on a page when you want to add more

information but don't want to start a new page.

To implement Page Extender, go to View, then Page Extender. The Page Extender is displayed at bottom of

the flipchart page by default but can be moved to any position on the page, so your working area is not

obstructed.

Click on the Page Extender and the current page will extend by 10% with each click. For ease of use, the new

area is always visible when you extend the page.

Use the Page Extender at any time, even in tandem with any tools selected from the Main Toolbox.

The Page Extender can be used multiple times on one flipchart page and on multiple pages within a flipchart

without affecting any other pages or the content on the pages.

To remove the Page Extender, just return to View, then Page Extender.

Page Extender

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Color Picker

The Color Picker in ActivInspire allows you to fully customize every page of your flipchart with any color you

wish.

To access the Color Picker, begin with the color palette in your Main Toolbox. Right-click

on any of the default colors within the palette and select the eyedropper icon, also known

as the Color Picker.

The cursor changes and a small window appears. Whatever you hover over with your cursor will be reflected

as close-up pixels within the Color Picker window.

When the square at the center of the box shows the desired color,

click to add it to the Color Palette. It will replace the previous color,

and the cursor will revert to the Select Tool.

You may then use the new color with the Fill Tool, the Pen Tool, the

Shapes Tool, and more. You may always go to Settings to reset your

Main Toolbox if necessary.

The Color Picker works with the Text Tool in use as well. Right-click the Text Color or the Background Color

to access.

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Browsers

ActivInspire makes customizing your flipcharts easy by providing a Browser for each major area.

If your Browsers are not visible, go to View and select Browsers.

1. Page Browser helps you put together the foundations of your flipchart. View the entire flipchart as page

thumbnails, navigate flipchart pages, and organize pages. Right click on any page for more options.

2. Resource Browser helps you to use the resources provided with ActivInspire to enrich your flipcharts.

Select Shared Resources to access a wide range of activities, images, sounds and more. From within

Shared Resources, select Search Resources on Resource Library to access thousands of pre-made

flipcharts in the Resource Library that you may search, preview, and open in ActivInspire.

3. Object Browser identifies each of the objects on your page within their respective layers. Although a page

is flat, a flipchart page has four layers. Use the Object Browser to drag and drop to reorder layering. You

can also see hidden or locked objects.

4. Notes Browser allows you to make notes for your flipchart in any way you choose. This can be helpful

when sharing resources with your colleagues.

5. Property Browser helps you to see all the properties of the flipchart page itself, as well as the properties

of each object.

6. Action Browser helps you attach actions to objects for added interactivity. All actions are clearly

categorized.

7. Voting Browser helps you manage all aspects of registering your ActivSlate, ActiVote and

ActivExpression devices.

Use the Toolbox Options and Pin Toolbox icons to change the

placement of your browsers or click the small X to close them

entirely. You may always return to View to reinstate them.

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Page Browser

The Page Browser in ActivInspire helps you to quickly put together the foundations of your flipchart.

The Page Browser is the first in your line of Browsers. If your browsers are not

visible, go to View, then Browsers.

Use the Page Browser to view the entire flipchart as page thumbnails, navigate

flipchart pages, and reorder pages by dragging and dropping.

Select the menu icon on any page thumbnail to access more features, such as Set

Background, Grids, and Cut, Copy, Duplicate, and Delete commands.

Changes made within the Page Browser are reflected in real time.

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Adding to My Resources

ActivInspire makes it easy to manage resources you frequently use within the My Resources area of the

Resource Browser. Begin in your Resource Browser. If your browsers are not visible, go to View, then

Browsers. Select My Resources.

Add a new folder by selecting the My Resources menu and choosing Create New Folder.

Name the folder and click OK. The new folder now appears within My Resources. You may select the folder

menu to make additional changes.

To add resources to the folder, click and drag an object from your flipchart page to the folder. Look for the plus

sign to see it will be added, then release it. The newly-added resource now appears.

To rename a resource, select the resource, then

its menu, and choose Rename Resource File.

Enter the new name and click OK.

Now that these files reside within your Resources,

you can quickly and easily add them to any

flipchart, saving you valuable time.

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Shared Resources

ActivInspire software comes complete with a range of resources to help you quickly create dynamic lessons

and activities.

To access, go to View, then Resource Browser, and select Shared Resources.

This resource library includes templates, backgrounds, grids, icons, sounds, subject-

specific materials, and more.

To add a resource to your flipchart, select and drag it onto the page.

For help or more information regarding ActivInspire’s Shared Resources, please visit

support.prometheanworld.com and search for “resource pack.”

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Resource Library

The Promethean Resource Library provides thousands of ready-made flipcharts at your fingertips.

To access, go to View, then Browsers. Select Resource Browser, then select the Search Resources on

Resource Library button.

This takes you to the Resource Library within your Promethean account, where you can search thousands of

flipcharts created by other educators and publishers.

Preview a flipchart, download it, share it with colleagues, save it to help organize your content, or rate the

resource. You may be prompted to sign into your Promethean account. Creating an account is free.

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Object Browser

The Object Browser in ActivInspire helps you to easily view and modify the objects and layers within your

flipchart.

The Object Browser is the third in your line of Browsers. If your browsers are not visible, go to View, then

Browsers.

Although a flipchart page is flat, it contains four layers. The Object Browser shows all

objects on a page and allows you to edit layers. Drag and reposition objects within the

same layer, or to a different layer. You may stack objects on top of each other within

the same layer.

The Top Layer by default contains objects made using the Connector, Pen,

Highlighter, and Magic Ink tools.

The Middle Layer consists of images, shapes, and text.

The Bottom Layer is initially empty, but you can move objects to it.

The Background Layer consists of the background page color, as well as a

background image or grid. Objects placed on this layer will become locked

and appear below all other objects and layers.

You also may use the Object Browser to view Locked and Hidden objects. Select the small menu icon of an

object to access editing options, including Locked and Hidden.

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Page Notes

As you build a flipchart, Page Notes are an ideal way to create reminders for your instruction or include

important information for colleagues.

Page Notes are accessible in the Notes Browser. If your Browsers are not visible, go to View, then

Browsers. Adjust the text font, size, and details with the text tool that appears above the notes once you begin

typing.

Use Page Notes however you wish. For instance, you can include lesson details such as standards and

learning objectives, or steps to take as you teach the lesson.

Upon adding Page Notes, a small sticky note icon appears on that flipchart page. Click that icon at any time to

open the corresponding Page Notes.

You may edit or delete Page Notes at any time.

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Property Browser

The Property Browser in ActivInspire helps you to see all of the properties of a page or an object at a glance. It

is a powerful tool for quickly adding interactivity to your lessons.

To display and edit the properties of the flipchart page itself, select any blank space within a

flipchart page. Go to your Property Browser. If your browsers are not visible, go to View, then

Browsers.

Menus can be expanded or collapsed by clicking the + or – icons.

Changes made within the Property Browser are reflected in real time.

Select any object on your flipchart page to display and edit its properties.

View and manipulate the position and appearance of an object. You may still control the

position of an object by dragging and dropping, and you may also use the toolbox to

make further changes.

Add permanently visible labels to objects or make a label appear only when the mouse

cursor runs over the object.

Control the behavior of an object by defining rules, called Restrictors, that constrain its

movement, resizing allowances, etc.

All properties are clearly categorized so that you can select properties by type.

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Background Color

When creating a flipchart, you may always use the Fill tool from your main toolbox to quickly change the

background color of the current page.

You can also customize the background color by going to your Property Browser. If your Browsers are not

visible, select View, then Browsers. The Property Browser allows you to view and customize the properties of

flipchart pages as well as selected objects.

Look for the Page menu. Be sure you have not selected an object on the flipchart so you may view overall

flipchart properties. Select the three horizontal dots next to Background.

Use Fill to customize the background color, and choose from white or black, or select another option from the

palette by clicking either one of these squares.

You may also select from Image, Desktop Snapshot, or Desktop Overlay.

Within Fill, choose a solid fill or from several gradient styles.

Be sure to select Apply to save your choices, and then click OK.

Fill tool

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Page Turn Effects

Choose from a range of animations to give the finishing touch to any flipchart.

To apply Page Turn Effects to your entire flipchart, go to View, then Page

Turn Effects.

Hover your cursor over the thumbnails to preview effects. Choose your

effect and click Done.

Effects run when you navigate from one page to another with the Previous Page and Next Page buttons, or

when an action triggers a page navigation. Note that effects are disabled when you navigate with the Page

Browser, when in Design mode, when Spotlight and Revealer tools are in use, or when in Desktop Annotation

Mode.

To change the effect for a single page, go your Property Browser and look for the

Page menu.

Select the three horizontal dots next to Page Turn Effects. This will apply the

effect to run only when you navigate away from this page.

To switch effects off, return to Page Turn Effects and select None.

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Page Tools

Spotlight and Revealer are two of ActivInspire users’ favorite tools. However, sometimes you may like to have

them set to appear on some pages of your flipcharts, but not on others.

To customize these Page Tool settings, begin by going to your Property Browser.

If your Browsers are not visible, go to View, then Browsers.

Select any blank space on your flipchart page and expand the Tools menu.

Expand the Page Tools dropdown menu.

As Before is the default for all pages. This maintains the current state of the

Spotlight or Revealer tool. For example, if Revealer is switched on for page 1 of

your flipchart, it will automatically be switched on when you turn to page 2.

Selecting Revealer Tool or Spotlight Tool will activate that tool on when you

arrive at this page.

Tools Off switches the Revealer or Spotlight off when you arrive at this page.

For example, from the Page Tools dropdown menu on page 1 of your flipchart, you

could select Revealer Tool. However, on page 2 of your flipchart, you might select

Tools Off from the Page Tools dropdown menu. The Revealer Tool would then

appear on page 1, but not on page 2.

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Revealer Mode

ActivInspire makes it easy to add and customize the Revealer Tool on specific pages of your flipchart.

Begin by going to your Property Browser. If your Browsers are not visible, go to

View, then Browsers.

Select any blank space on your flipchart page and expand the Tools menu.

Expand the Page Tools dropdown menu.

As Before is the default for all pages. Select Revealer Tool to activate that tool

for this specific page.

From the Revealer Mode dropdown menu, you can choose which style of

Revealer you prefer.

To finish isolating the Revealer Tool to a specific page or pages of your

flipchart, go to the next page and change the Page Tools dropdown to

Tools Off.

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Spotlight Mode

ActivInspire makes it easy to add and customize the Spotlight Tool to specific pages of your flipchart.

Begin by going to your Property Browser. If your Browsers are not visible, go to

View, then Browsers.

Select any blank space on your flipchart page and expand the Tools menu.

Expand the Page Tools dropdown menu.

As Before is the default for all pages. Select Spotlight Tool to activate that tool for

this specific page.

From the Spotlight Mode dropdown menu, you can choose which style of

Spotlight you prefer.

To finish isolating the Spotlight Tool to a specific page or pages of your

flipchart, go to the next page and change the Page Tools dropdown to

Tools Off.

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Inserting Pages

Insert as many pages into your flipcharts as you wish.

To insert a blank page, go to Insert and select Page. Choose between Blank Page Before Current or Blank

Page After Current.

You also may use the menu within your Page Browser to duplicate pages. If your Browsers are not visible, go

to View, then Browsers.

Within the Page Browser, select your desired page. Use the menu or right-click to access more options.

Drag and drop thumbnails within the Page Browser to reposition pages.

Note that you also may copy and paste pages from one flipchart to another.

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Adding Questions

If you have access to ActivExpressions, you may choose to create self-paced question sets within your

flipcharts.

To begin, go to Insert, then choose Questions.

Within the Design View of the Question Manager, you can cut, copy, paste, import, export, and print questions.

Use the arrows to move through the pages of your flipchart to add questions exactly where you need them.

Select from seven question types and

click the Question Mark icon whenever

you wish to add another question.

The question type you choose will dictate the fields to complete. In this example, with a Multiple Choice

question, you may indicate the correct answer. Scroll down within the Question Manager to set additional

parameters.

Click Apply to save changes. Once you have finalized your question set, click Done. You may always return to

make additional changes.

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Inserting Multimedia

ActivInspire allows you to add images, sound, video files, and website links to your flipcharts with a few simple

clicks, adding even more engagement and interaction to your lessons and activities.

Add media using the Insert Media From File icon from your

toolbox, or go to Insert and select Media.

You will be prompted to locate and select the file from your

device. Click Open.

You may then manipulate it like any other object.

Note: With images, you may also copy and paste from other sources directly onto your flipchart.

To add a website link to your flipchart, go to Insert and select Link. Choose from File, Website, or Embedded

HTML.

Select Website to input a URL.

Decide how you would like the link to appear.

If you link the website to an existing object, you will see an icon of a circle with an arrow

when you hover over the object in Presentation Mode. This indicates the link is live. Clicking

the object will take you to directly to the website.

Insert Media From File icon

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Adding Videos

ActivInspire makes it easy to add videos to your flipcharts to maximize student learning.

For video files saved on your device, go to Insert, Media, then File. Locate your video file and click Open.

There are no restrictions on what file types you can insert, but we

recommend using file types playable by your device’s default video player,

such as mp4.

You can move the video window, resize it, and manipulate it in many of the

same ways you can with other objects.

To link to a video online, go to Insert, Link, then Website.

Enter or paste in the URL to the video and decide how you would like the link to appear. Click OK.

Now in Presentation mode, hovering over the link displays a black circle with a white play icon, indicating the

link is live. Clicking this link will open the video in your default browser.

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Adding Sound

ActivInspire makes it easy to add sound files into your flipcharts to maximize student learning.

For audio files saved on your device, go to Insert, Media, then File. Locate your audio file and click Open.

There are no restrictions on what file types you can insert, but we recommend using file types playable by your

device’s default video player, such as .wavs or .mp3s.

In Presentation Mode, clicking the speaker icon opens a controller and plays the sound

file.

In Design Mode, you may manipulate the sound file like any other object.

To create a link or apply a sound to an object within your flipchart, go to

Insert, Link, and choose File. Locate your file and click Open. Make

your selections regarding how the link will appear and where the file will

be stored and click OK.

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There are also a variety of sounds available within the Shared Resources that

come with ActivInspire software. To find and apply sounds, go to your

Resource Browser and select Shared Resources. Expand the Sounds

folder. To add a sound, simply drag it over to your flipchart page.

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Adding Text

Adding text to an ActivInspire flipchart is quick and easy. Text allows you to create labels, captions, passages,

and more within your lessons and activities.

To add text, select the Text tool on your main toolbar. If for some reason the icon is not present, go to Insert

and select Text.

Once you have selected the text tool, you can add text anywhere on your flipchart. Simply click and begin

typing.

A text toolbar also appears, so you can customize the text at any time.

ActivInspire will remember your preferences and apply them the next time you insert text.

Once you add text, you may select and manipulate it as you would with any other object.

Even with the Select tool in use, just double-click the text to access your text toolbar again.

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Shapes

ActivInspire makes it easy to add shapes to your flipcharts. Access the Shapes tool from your main toolbox, or

go to Insert, then Shapes.

Another menu appears next to your toolbox. Click the tiny arrows at the bottom to expand the shapes menu.

Select the shape you wish to draw. Use the color palette at the top to adjust the shape’s line and

fill and the main color palette to adjust its outline. You can also adjust the width of the shape’s

outline.

The cursor changes to indicate your selected shape. From here, just click or press down and

drag to draw your shape.

ActivInspire will remember your preference and continue producing that shape until you change

to another shape or switch to a different tool.

Select the shape to move, edit, or manipulate it – either with the sizing

handles or with the options on the Marquee Handle. Use the Fill tool from the

main toolbox to change your shape’s color – both the outline and the interior.

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Equation Editor

The Equation Editor in ActivInspire helps you create and add equations to a flipchart.

To access the Equation Editor, go to Insert, then Equation.

Note that the Equation Editor utilizes Java, so you may need to verify that you are running the correct version

for optimal performance.

Once selected, the cursor changes to the pi symbol, indicating Equation Editor will start wherever you click the

page. There are several buttons full of options within the Equation Editor. The equation will display as you

create it. Click OK when your equation is complete.

Select the equation to manipulate it as you would with any other object.

Double-click to open the Equation Editor and edit an existing equation. If you still have the Equation Editor tool

in use, just click the equation to open the Equation Editor, prefilled with the equation.

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Connectors

Use Connectors in ActivInspire to draw connections between objects in your flipcharts.

Access the Connector tool from your main toolbox, or go to Insert, then Connectors.

Another menu appears next to your toolbox. Select the Connector you wish to draw. You may

change the color and width too. Click or press down and drag to draw your Connector.

If you draw the Connector from one object to another, those objects will remain connected as

you move them around the flipchart page.

ActivInspire will remember your preference and continue producing that Connector until you

change to another Connector or switch to another tool.

Use the Select tool on a Connector to access the Object Edit Menu,

Translucency Slider, and Edit Shape Points.

Connector tool

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Timestamp

Use the Timestamp in ActivInspire for documentation purposes within your flipcharts, for example, the last time

you updated a template or lesson.

To access the Timestamp, go to Insert, then Timestamp. By default, the Timestamp appears with your most

recent text preferences.

Select the Timestamp to manipulate it as you would any other object.

You also can add a Timestamp to all new flipchart pages as they are created by going to File, Settings (on

Mac, View, Customize), then Flipchart Objects, and selecting Add Timestamp to all new pages created.

Once finished, click Done.

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Desktop Tools

Desktop Tools are a collection of commonly used ActivInspire tools that you may find useful when working in

other applications.

Access Desktop Tools from your main toolbox, or go to Tools, then Desktop Tools.

When using Desktop Tools, ActivInspire is minimized, and a floating toolbox appears. Drag the toolbox to

move Desktop Tools anywhere on your desktop. It will remain visible over other applications.

Click the icon to expand Desktop Tools.

Click Return to Flipcharts to return to your flipchart.

Desktop Tools

Return to

Flipcharts

ExpressPoll

Screen Recorder

More Tools

Camera

On-screen Keyboard

Resource Library

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Annotation Tools

The Annotation Tools in ActivInspire consist of the Pen, Highlighter, and Eraser tools, which are quite

possibly the most utilized tools of the program.

In addition to residing in your main toolbox, these tools can also be accessed under the Tools tab.

Use the Pen tool just as you would typically use a physical pen to mark, indicate, or draw on a regular surface.

Choose from the color palette on the main toolbox, or right-click to expand the palette or select your own

color. Change the width using the circles or the slider.

The same features apply to the Highlighter. You may change the width of the Eraser.

Select annotations to manipulate them as you would any other object.

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Magic Ink

Magic Ink allows you to reveal concealed images and can add an extra level of excitement and engagement to

your lesson.

Magic Ink works because ActivInspire flipcharts are

created in layers. The Magic Ink tool simply works as an

eraser on the very top-most layer, where you typically find

annotations.

To create the effect of Magic Ink, go to your Object Browser. This allows to see and

change the current layers within your flipchart.

Images typically reside in the middle layer. Bring the concealing image or object that

you wish to erase to the top layer by dragging and dropping.

Now you may use Magic Ink, located under Tools.

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Pen Modifiers

Pen Modifiers in ActivInspire offer a quick way to create activities, graphic organizers, and more.

To access Pen Modifiers, first select the Pen tool. Go to Tools, then Pen Modifiers.

A new menu will appear next to your toolbox with

a variety of lines and shapes. Select any of them

to create annotations. You may change the color

and line width just as you do with the Pen tool.

Note that the fill of the shape Pen Modifiers is translucent.

You may also use the Select tool to select and manipulate any of these annotations as you would with other

objects.

Pen tool

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Handwriting Recognition

The Handwriting Recognition tool in ActivInspire is perfect for teachers and students alike to make annotations

more legible.

To enable Handwriting Recognition, use the Tools icon in your main toolbox, or go to Tools, then

Handwriting Recognition.

Once enabled, annotations will instantly convert to text. If a word has not been converted correctly, click on the

Alternatives icon for more options.

Note that this new object will take on the most recent text settings, but you may always adjust them.

You may also make annotations with the Pen and convert them to text later. Use the Select tool to isolate your

annotation, then click the Object Edit Menu button from the Marquee Handle. Select Convert to Text.

Tools icon

Select tool

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Shape Recognition

The Shape Recognition tool in ActivInspire is perfect for teachers and students alike to turn simple annotations

into authentic math lessons.

To enable Shape Recognition, use the Tools icon in your main toolbox, or go to Tools, then Shape

Recognition.

As soon as you finish drawing, the annotation will convert to a shape.

The shape can then be manipulated like any other object within your flipchart.

You may also make annotations with the Pen and convert them to shapes later. Use the Select tool to isolate

your annotation, then click the Object Edit Menu button from the Marquee Handle. Select Convert to Shape.

Tools icon

Select tool

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Revealer Tool

The Revealer tool built into the ActivInspire software is a great way to focus students’ attention and easily

chunk information in your lessons.

To access the Revealer, select the Tools icon from your toolbox, or go to Tools, then Revealer.

Reveal hidden objects by clicking and dragging the blind from the top, bottom, right, or left. Simply look for the

cursor.

Select the Revealer menu to either save the revealer’s position on your flipchart page or close the tool

altogether.

Tools icon

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Spotlight Tool

ActivInspire makes it easy to add and customize the Spotlight Tool to specific pages of your flipchart.

Begin by going to your Property Browser. If your Browsers are not visible, go to View, then Browsers.

Select any blank space on your flipchart page and expand the Tools

menu.

Expand the Page Tools dropdown menu.

As Before is the default for all pages. Select Spotlight Tool to activate

that tool for this specific page.

From the Spotlight Mode dropdown menu, you can choose which style

of Spotlight you prefer.

To finish isolating the Spotlight Tool to a specific page or pages of your flipchart,

go to the next page and change the Page Tools dropdown to Tools Off.

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Camera Tool

The camera tool allows you to easily adapt in the moment to meet your students’ needs.

To access the camera, go to Tools and select Camera. There are several options to choose from.

For example, to use Area Snapshot, you may drag the sizing handles to create an area, or input an area

using the Camera Snapshot menu. Then choose your snapshot’s destination.

Snapshots sent to the current page or a new page of your flipchart may be selected and manipulated just like

any other object.

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Sound Recorder

The Sound Recorder in ActivInspire is perfect for capturing audio from your lessons. You may both insert these

recordings into your flipchart and save them to your device.

To access the Sound Recorder, go to Tools, More Tools, then Sound Recorder.

When you are ready to begin recording, click Record. Pause and resume at any time.

To end the recording, click Stop. The recording is saved as a .wav

file and the audio icon appears on your flipchart page.

Play the file at any time by clicking the audio icon. In Design Mode,

Select to manipulate as you would any other object.

To change your settings to save the recording to your device, or to have the option to do both, go to File, then

Settings. For Mac, View, then Customize.

Select Recordings, and from the dropdown menu Sound

Recording, choose Save to Disk, or Both.

Click Done to apply changes.

Upon completing your next recording, you will be prompted to choose a location to save your sound file. If you

modified settings to Both, the audio icon will also appear in your flipchart.

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Screen Recorder

The Screen Recorder in ActivInspire is perfect for capturing actions on a flipchart, the desktop, or another

application. You could even use your recordings in a flipped classroom model, or to upload to YouTube for

students.

To access the Screen Recorder, you can use the Tools button on your main toolbox, or go to Tools, More

Tools, then Screen Recorder. Choose between Full Screen Recorder or Area Screen Recorder.

If you choose Full Screen Recorder, the recorder will automatically launch. With Area Screen Recorder,

drag to create the area you wish to record, then click Launch Recorder.

A Screen Recorder window appears. You may move this window if you wish. Select the dropdown menu to

change audio recording source.

Next, select the blue circle. Choose a location to save this recording and give your recording a title. Screen

recordings are saved as MP4s. Select Save.

The recording is now in progress. Select the red square to stop your recording.

You may create an additional recording or select the green play button to play the recording you just made.

You can also go to the location where you saved the file and double-click to open.

Screen Recorder on Windows

Screen Recorder on Mac

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Clock and Timer

The clock and timer tools built into ActivInspire help you gauge time for students’ activities, assessments, and

more.

To use the clock tool, select the Tools icon from your toolbox, then More Tools, and Clock. Or go to Tools,

More Tools, and Clock.

Choose to display analog clock, digital clock, or both.

Resize the clock using the sizing handles.

Select the Count Down or Count Up option to access the timer.

You may enter the amount of time, add a sound to play upon timeout,

and even add an action. Once you have made your selections, click

OK.

Use the pause icon on the toolbar to pause the timer and click again

to resume.

Close at any time by clicking the X.

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Tickertape

Use Tickertape in ActivInspire to create scrolling text on your front-of-class display. This is ideal for issuing

reminders to your students, providing directions, reinforcing key vocabulary, and more.

To access Tickertape, go to Tools, More Tools, then Tickertape.

Enter your message into the Tickertape dialogue box. You may also customize the font type, color, position,

and more. Use this menu to save and access previously saved Tickertapes as well.

Once you have made your selections, click OK.

The Tickertape Speed window will stay visible on your screen, allowing you to adjust the message’s speed with

the slider, pause or resume, or select the ellipsis icon to return to the Tickertape menu. To close the Tickertape

entirely, click the X on the Tickertape Speed window.

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Spellcheck Flipchart

Even teachers occasionally make mistakes, which is why you can always spellcheck your ActivInspire

flipcharts.

To access the Spellcheck Flipchart tool, use the Tools icon in your main toolbox, or go to Tools, More Tools,

then Spellcheck Flipchart.

The Spell Checker window appears and is similar to

spellcheckers you may be familiar with from Microsoft

programs. It will spellcheck your entire flipchart, regardless of

number of pages. Once you have reviewed your entire flipchart,

click Done.

You may also customize your spellchecker by

going to File, Settings, and choosing

Spellchecker from under the Settings tab. Once

you have selected your preferences, click Done.

Tools icon

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Teacher Lock

The Teacher Lock in ActivInspire is perfect for those times you need to step away from your device.

To access the Teacher Lock, use the Tools icon in your main toolbox, or go to Tools, More Tools, then

Teacher Lock.

The Teacher Lock dialogue box opens. Enter your password (the default is 1234) and click OK. Note that this

is also where you can change your password.

The Teacher Lock is now active. Many of ActivInspire’s options are now disabled. Click on the Teacher Lock

icon from your main toolbar and re-enter your password to disable the lock.

Tools icon

Teacher Lock icon

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Calculator

The calculator tool built into the ActivInspire software allows you to create robust lessons and facilitate

authentic math experiences in the classroom.

To access the calculator, select the Tools icon from your toolbox, or go to Tools, and select Maths Tools.

Choose calculator.

Drag the calculator to reposition it anywhere on

the page.

As you enter an operation, it appears in the top

window.

Hold and drag the operation onto the flipchart page. You may then manipulate it like any other object.

To close the Calculator, simply click the X.

Tools icon

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Dice Roller

The Dice Roller tool built into the ActivInspire software is the perfect way to randomize countless elements

within the classroom.

To access the Dice Roller, either use the Tools icon from your toolbox, or go to Tools, Maths Tools, and

select Dice Roller.

When the Dice Roller menu appears, you can drag the window to reposition it.

Select how many dice you would like to roll. You can choose up to 5.

Select the speed of the roll using the slider.

Select Roll to roll the dice.

Output to Flipchart will add the dice total to your

current flipchart page.

To close the Dice Roller, click the X.

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Ruler and Protractor

The math tools built into the ActivInspire software allow you to create robust lessons and facilitate authentic

math experiences in the classroom.

To access math tools, select the Tools icon from your toolbox, or go to Tools, and select Maths Tools.

Choose ruler or protractor.

To move the ruler or protractor around the page, drag the X icon.

Look for the arc to rotate the tool.

Resize the tool by dragging the sizing handles on either end.

Select the small menu icon on the tool for more options.

To draw lines along the ruler or protractor, select your Pen tool. Hold down the pen as you move it alongside

the tool’s edge.

Fill an angle by aligning the protractor with your angle, then drawing the pen along the arc.

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Select the tool’s menu, then Close to remove the tool from the page.

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Set Square and Compass

The math tools built into the ActivInspire software allow you to create robust lessons and facilitate authentic

math experiences in the classroom.

To access math tools, select the Tools icon from your toolbox, or go to Tools, and select Maths Tools.

Choose set square or compass.

Resize the tool by dragging the sizing handles on either end. Select the small menu icon on the tool for more

options.

To draw lines along the set square, select your Pen tool. Hold down the pen as you move it alongside the

tool’s edge.

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To move the set square or

compass around the page,

drag the X icon.

Look for the arc to

rotate the tool.

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Drag the edge of the compass to adjust its radius. Hold down the tip of the pencil part of the compass and

rotate to draw a circle in either direction. You may change your pen color and width.

Select the tool’s menu, then Close to remove the tool from the page.

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XY Origin Tool

Using the XY origin tool in ActivInspire is a quick and easy way to help rotations come alive in your math

lesson, lessons about orbits, and more.

Rotate any object by selecting it and using the Rotate Object marquee handle to spin it around its center

point.

To change the rotation point, use the XY Origin Tool. Access it from the Tools icon from your toolbox, or go to

Tools, Maths Tools, and select XY Origin.

Add the origin point anywhere on the page.

The object will rotate around the new origin point when you click and drag the Rotate Object marquee handle.

To remove the XY origin tool, follow the same process to deselect it in the Maths Tools menu.

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Actions

ActivInspire makes it easy to apply Actions to objects, adding an extra level of interactivity and engagement to

your flipcharts.

Begin by selecting the object you wish to apply an Action to. Note: If you select

more than one object, you can apply the same Action to all selected objects.

To view the dozens of Actions available, go to your Action Browser. If your Browsers are

not visible, simply go to View, then Browsers.

Scroll through all Actions or use the dropdown to view five different categories.

Once an object is selected, choose the Action you wish to apply. Be sure to click Apply.

In Presentation Mode, Actions are denoted by a small play icon. You may test Actions as soon as you apply

them.

In Design Mode, Actions are denoted by a red outline. This is handy if you are not sure which Actions a

flipchart contains. Selecting the outlined object indicates which Action has been applied in the Action Browser.

To remove an Action, go to Design Mode, select the object, and choose Clear from the Action Browser. You

may switch back into Presentation Mode to verify that the Action has been removed.

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Applying Actions to Specific Tools

ActivInspire allows you to apply Actions to specific tools, such as Annotation Tools. This can be useful if you

would like students to complete an activity and focus on the page, rather than customizing tools from the

toolbar.

Select the object you wish to apply the action to – in this case, the highlighter image – and go to your Action

Browser. If your Browsers are not visible, go to View, then Browsers.

Before applying the Pen or Highlighter tool, you may customize its color and width from

your toolbar. Return to the Select tool after making your choices.

Once the object is selected, choose your tool from the Action Browser. Click Apply.

In Presentation Mode, a small play icon now appears when you hover over the object. You may test the Action

as soon as it is applied.

To remove this Action, go to Design Mode, select the object, and choose Clear from the Action Browser.

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Command Actions

ActivInspire includes dozens of Command Actions, allowing you to quickly enable tools within your flipchart to

issue commands.

Select the object you wish to apply the Command Action to and go to your Action

Browser. If your Browsers are not visible, go to View, then Browsers.

Command Actions is the second option within the dropdown menu.

Select a Command Action from the Action Browser and click Apply.

In Presentation Mode, a small play icon now appears when you hover over the object.

You may test the Command Action as soon as it is applied.

To remove a Command Action, go to Design Mode, select the object, and choose

Clear from the Action Browser.

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Page Actions

ActivInspire includes several Page Actions, allowing you to quickly navigate around the flipchart, insert or clear

a page, change the background, and more.

Select the object you wish to apply the Page Action to and go to your Action Browser. If your Browsers are

not visible, go to View, then Browsers.

Page Actions is the third option within the dropdown menu.

Select a Page Action from the Action Browser and click Apply.

In Presentation Mode, a small play icon now appears when you hover over the object. You may test the Page

Action as soon as it is applied.

To remove a Page Action, go to Design Mode, select the object, and choose Clear from the Action Browser.

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Object Actions

ActivInspire includes dozens of Object Actions to use for manipulating objects within your flipchart. Objects

include images, text, and shapes.

Select the object you wish to apply an Object Action to and go to

your Action Browser. If your Browsers are not visible, go to View,

then Browsers.

Object Actions is the fourth option within the dropdown menu.

Select an Object Action from the Action Browser and click Apply.

In Presentation Mode, a small play icon now appears when you hover over the object. You

may test the Object Action as soon as it is applied.

To remove an Object Action, go to Design Mode, select the object, and choose Clear from the Action

Browser.

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Document and Media Actions

ActivInspire includes Document and Media Actions, allowing you to quickly access

and present files and websites to enhance your flipcharts.

Select the object you wish to apply a Document or Media Action to and go to your

Action Browser. If your Browsers are not visible, go to View, then Browsers.

Document and Media Actions is the final option within the dropdown menu.

Select from the available actions and be sure to complete the Action Properties fields. Then click Apply.

In Presentation Mode, a small play icon now appears when you hover over the object. You may test the

Document or Media Action as soon as it is applied.

To remove a Document or Media Action, go to Design Mode, select the object, and choose Clear from the

Action Browser.

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Reorder

ActivInspire flipcharts are arranged in layers, allowing you to reorder objects to best suit your needs.

The best way to visualize these layers is by viewing your

Object Browser. If your Browsers are not visible, go to

View, then Browsers.

The Object Browser allows you to view all layers and

objects within those layers at once. Use it to reorder

objects by dragging and dropping within the same layer

or to different layers. For instance, drag and drop to reorder

text on top of an image.

You can also change the position of objects within the same layer by selecting an

object and using the Bring Forward or Send Backward buttons on the Marquee

Handle.

For even more options, select an object and click Object Edit Menu, third from the left on the Marquee

Handle. Choose Reorder for a full menu.

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Another Page

The Another Page action is perfect for instances when you want to jump from one page of your flipchart to

another with a single click.

To apply Another Page, select the object you wish to be

the trigger that takes you and your students to another

page.

Go to your Action Browser, located second from the right

within your Browsers. If your Browsers are not visible, go to

View, then Browsers.

Select Another Page from the list of actions and indicate

the desired destination page in the Page Number field.

Click Apply Changes.

In Presentation Mode, the object with Another Change applied will be denoted by a small play icon. Click the

icon to test the action.

To remove the Another Page action, begin in Design Mode. Select the object and choose Remove Existing

from the Action Browser. You may switch back into Presentation Mode to verify the action has been removed.

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Hidden

Hiding objects in ActivInspire is one of our users’ favorite ways to build activities for students.

To create an action where you click one object and

another appears or disappears, begin by selecting

the object you want to be the trigger.

Go to your Action Browser. If your Browsers are not

visible, go to View, then Browsers.

Select Hidden from the list of actions. Then click the

three dots next to Target. Choose which object or

group of objects you wish to appear and disappear

when the original object is clicked.

Click OK and then Apply Changes.

In Presentation Mode, the object with Hidden applied will be denoted by a small play icon. Click the icon to

toggle between hidden and visible.

To remove or modify a Hidden action, return to Design Mode, select the object, and choose Remove

Existing. Return to Presentation Mode to verify that the Hidden action has been removed.

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Rub and Reveal

One of ActivInspire users’ favorite tricks is what we call Rub and Reveal. Rub and Reveal quickly allows you to

add an extra level of engagement to your lesson.

To create the Rub and Reveal effect, select the Pen tool. From the color palette, select the same color as the

background of your flipchart. You may also change the width to make large, quick annotations.

Annotate over the areas of the flipchart you wish

to conceal. For example, concealing answers

for fill-in-the-blanks.

You and your students may make additional annotations on top of what you have concealed. To reveal, switch

to the eraser tool.

Erase all annotations to reveal the original content underneath.

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Drag a Copy

Drag a Copy replicates any object on your flipchart and is a quick way to make engaging activities for your

students.

To apply Drag a Copy, you can be in either Presentation or Design Mode.

Simply right-click on an object and select Drag a Copy from the menu.

To verify it has been applied, go to Presentation Mode. You will see a tiny hand with a green plus sign. Now as

you drag on the object, a new one will appear, and you may move it anywhere on your flipchart.

To remove Drag a Copy, right-click the original object again, and deselect.

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Containers

Using containers in ActivInspire is a terrific way to create activities for your students. Any type of object can be

a Container, so long as it is larger than the objects it will contain.

To contain certain objects but reject others – for instance, in a sorting activity – begin in the Property

Browser. If your Browsers are not visible, go to View, then Browsers.

First, select the object you wish to be the container. Expand the menu titled Container.

Select the Can Contain dropdown and choose Specific Object.

Next, click the three horizontal dots next to Contain

Object.

Locate the desired object to be contained from the flipchart and click OK.

You may choose to add reward sounds as well.

To complete the Container, select the object to be contained. This will be the same object you selected for

the previous Contain Object step. (In this example, it is the image of the window.)

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From the Property Browser, under the Container menu, change Return if Not Contained to True. You may

also select objects not set to the square Container (in this example), such as the beach ball, and set Return if

Not Contained to True.

For this example, when you or your students drag the window to the square Container, it will be contained.

However, if you attempt to drag the beach ball to the square Container, it automatically returns to its starting

position.

Continue the same process to contain or reject the other objects on your flipchart.

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Keyword Containers

Keyword containers are perfect for creating sorting or categorization activities for your students. You may set

certain objects to be contained and others to be rejected.

Ensure the object that you wish to be your container is large enough for the contents to fit inside.

Select the object you wish to be a container. Go to your Property Browser and

expand the Container menu.

Expand the dropdown menu next to Can Contain and select Keywords. Click the

three horizontal dots next to Contain Words. Select Add and input your keyword.

Note that you may add a Contain Rule and Reward sound as well. When you are

finished, click OK.

Next, select one or more objects that you wish to apply this keyword to. You may

select multiple items by using the Control Key for Windows, or the Command key for

Mac.

Under the Property Browser, expand the Identification menu. Apply the keyword

here as well. Click Add and input the keyword. Click OK when you are finished.

With these objects still selected, scroll down to the Containers menu and select True

from the dropdown next to Return if Not Contained. Complete this process for all containers and objects to be

contained.

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Finally, go to your Object Browser. Ensure the containers are layered below the objects to be contained.

Simply drag and drop to rearrange them if necessary.

You can test your completed Keyword Containers in Presentation Mode.

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Rubber Stamp

The Rubber Stamp tool in ActivInspire makes it easy to quickly duplicate objects from your Resource Browser.

Begin in your Resource Browser. If your Browsers are not visible, go to View,

then Browsers.

Select a resource from either your own resources or the Shared Resources that

come with ActivInspire software. Once you have selected it, click the Rubber

Stamp.

Note that your cursor changes to indicate the Rubber Stamp. Now the selected object

will appear every time you click on the flipchart page.

To cease using the Rubber Stamp, simply click the Select tool.

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Profiles

Profiles allow you to fully customize your ActivInspire experience. You can create and edit Profiles at any time.

Access Profiles through Settings on your main toolbox, or go to Edit, then Profiles.

Create, edit, and use different Profiles for a range of modalities – creating, teaching, student use, and more.

Use the dropdown menu to access and customize different profiles.

Use these icons to Retrieve a Profile, Save, Save As, Delete a Profile, or Reset the Current Profile to

Default. Once your changes are complete, click Done.

Switch Profiles any time by selecting Profiles from your toolbox.

Profiles button

Settings button

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Layout

ActivInspire makes it easy to customize the overall look and feel of your user experience. To change your

Layout, if on a Mac, begin by going to View, then Customize. If on Windows, go to File, then Settings. Then

select the Layout tab.

You may change the icon size, look and feel of the main toolbox and even its position – which is ideal for

younger grades. You also may modify your Browsers, Menubar, and more.

When all changes have been made, click Done. You may always return to Settings to make additional

changes.

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Commands

ActivInspire makes it easy to customize your Main Toolbox and Marquee Handles with tools you frequently

use. If on a Mac, begin by going to View, then Customize. If on Windows, go to File, then Settings. Then

select the Commands tab.

Choose from All Commands or expand the dropdown menu for categories.

Once you have selected a tool, determine whether you wish to add it to your Main Toolbox or Marquee

Handles by using the dropdown menu.

Once you choose a location, click Add. Use Move Up or Move Down to change its position within your Main

Toolbox or Marquee Handles.

When all changes have been made, click Done. You may always return to Settings to make additional

changes.

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User Defined Buttons

ActivInspire makes it easy to customize your main toolbox with items you frequently use. To create a User

Defined Button, if on a Mac, go to View, then Customize. If on Windows, go to File, then Settings. Then

select the User Defined Buttons tab.

First, click Add. Select Program/File from the dropdown menu.

Click Find to locate the file you wish to use. Under Command

line parameters you may enter the command line to start the

application to open the file. You may also add a tooltip. Once

finished, click Done.

The User Defined Button now displays on your Main Toolbox. If your toolbox is set to Roll In,

you may need to expand it to view this new button.

Click the User Defined Button to open the file or application you chose.

For another way to easily create a User Defined Button with objects you frequently use, simply drag the object

onto the third column of your Main Toolbox. Look for the small plus sign which indicates it will be added.

Click the User Defined Button to add that object to your flipchart.

You may always return to Settings to modify your User Defined Buttons.

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Settings

Once you are regularly utilizing ActivInspire in your classroom, there may come a time when you would like to

customize your tools and ActivInspire experience even further.

To adjust Settings, if using a Mac, go to View, then Customize. With Windows, go to File, then Settings.

Click the Settings tab to access a menu of customization options along the left side.

Once you have made your selections, click Done. Changes are reflected in real time.

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Settings: Clock Tool

The Clock Tool is one of ActivInspire users’ favorite ways to help manage activities within the classroom.

To customize the Clock Tool, if using a Mac, go to View, then Customize. With Windows, go to File, then

Settings.

Select the Settings tab. Clock Tool is the first option in the menu on the left.

You may customize both the analog and digital clocks. Once you have made your selections, click Done.

To view changes, go to Tools, More Tools, and select Clock. You may always return to Settings to make

additional changes.

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Settings: Design Mode

If you are a fan of ActivInspire, chances are you spend a fair amount of time in Design Mode. To customize

your Design Mode experience if using a Mac, go to View, then Customize. If using Windows, go to File, then

Settings.

Select the Settings tab. Choose Design Mode from the menu on the left.

Once you have made your selections, click Done. To view changes, go to Design Mode. You may always

return to Settings to make additional changes.

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Settings: Effects

The Revealer and Spotlight tools rank among ActivInspire users’ favorites. To customize these, on a Mac, go

to View, then Customize. With Windows, go to File, then Settings.

Select the Settings tab. Choose Effects from the menu on the left.

You may customize both the Revealer and Spotlight tools. Once you have made your selections, click Done.

To view changes, go to Tools, then Revealer or Spotlight. You may always return to Settings to make

additional changes.

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Settings: Flipchart

ActivInspire makes it easy to specify and customize the default settings for your flipcharts. If using a Mac,

begin by going to View, then Customize. If using Windows, go to File, then Settings.

Select the Settings tab. Choose Flipchart from the menu on the left.

Once you have made your selections, click Done. Changes are reflected in real time, and you may always

return to Settings to make additional changes.

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Settings: Flipchart Objects

ActivInspire makes it easy to customize the way objects appear within your flipcharts, as well as modify your

Resource Library settings. If using a Mac, begin by going to View, then Customize. If using Windows, go to

File, then Settings.

Select the Settings tab. Choose Flipchart Objects from the menu on the left.

Once you have made your selections, click Done. Changes are reflected in real time, and you may always

return to Settings to make additional changes.

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Settings: Language

ActivInspire makes it easy to change your language settings with just a few clicks. If using a Mac, begin by

going to View, then Customize. If using Windows, go to File, then Settings.

Select the Settings tab. Choose Language from the menu on the left.

Select your preferred language from the Application language dropdown menu.

Once you have made your selection, you will be informed that this setting will take effect the next time you

open ActivInspire.

Click OK, then click Done.

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Settings: Learner Response System

If you are utilizing ActiVotes or ActivExpressions in your classroom, you may wish to further customize their

settings. If using a Mac, begin by going to View, then Customize. If using Windows, go to File, then Settings.

Select the Settings tab. Choose Learner Response System from the menu on the left.

Once you have made your selections, click Done. Changes are reflected in real time, and you may always

return to Settings to make additional changes.

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Settings: Multimedia

ActivInspire makes it easy to customize your Multimedia settings. If using a Mac, begin by going to View, then

Customize. If using Windows, go to File, then Settings.

Select the Settings tab. Choose Multimedia from the menu on the left.

Once you have made your selections, click Done. Changes are reflected in real time, and you may always

return to Settings to make additional changes.

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Settings: Online Settings

ActivInspire makes it easy to customize your Online Settings. If using a Mac, begin by going to View, then

Customize. If using Windows, go to File, then Settings.

Select the Settings tab. Choose Online Settings from the menu on the left.

Home URL refers to the website that is displayed when you open your web browser from ActivInspire. The

Web Update URL refers to the website ActivInspire contacts when you check for updates.

Once you have made your selections, click Done. Changes are reflected in real time, and you may always

return to Settings to make additional changes.

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Settings: Profile and Resources

ActivInspire stores your Profiles and Resources in default folders, but you may easily customize these

locations. If using a Mac, begin by going to View, then Customize. If using Windows, go to File, then

Settings.

Select the Settings tab. Choose Profile and Resources from the menu on the left.

Once you have made your selections, click Done. Changes are reflected in real time, and you may always

return to Settings to make additional changes.

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Settings: Recordings

ActivInspire makes it easy to change the video and sound recording settings to best fit your needs. If using a

Mac, begin by going to View, then Customize. If using Windows, go to File, then Settings.

Select the Settings tab. Choose Recordings from the menu on the left.

Once you have made your selections, click Done. Changes are reflected in real time, and you may always

return to Settings to make additional changes.

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Settings: Spell Checker

ActivInspire makes it easy to change the Spell Checker settings to best fit your needs. If using a Mac, begin by

going to View, then Customize. If using Windows, go to File, then Settings.

Select the Settings tab. Choose Spell checker from the menu on the left.

Once you have made your selections, click Done. Changes are reflected in real time, and you may always

return to Settings to make additional changes.

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Settings: Tools

ActivInspire makes it easy to customize the appearance and usage of some of the most commonly used tools,

including Annotation and Fill Tools, Math Tools, Shape Tools, and more. If using a Mac, begin by going to

View, then Customize. If using Windows, go to File, then Settings.

Select the Settings tab. Choose Tools from the menu on the left.

Once you have made your selections, click Done. To view changes, simply employ the tool you’ve edited.

Changes are reflected in real time, and you may always return to Settings to make additional changes.

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Settings: User Input

ActivInspire makes it easy to customize the way the Keyboard and Handwriting Recognition tools function. If

using a Mac, begin by going to View, then Customize. If using Windows, go to File, then Settings.

Select the Settings tab. Choose User Input from the menu on the left.

Once you have made your selections, click Done. Changes are reflected in real time, and you may always

return to Settings to make additional changes.

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Connect Devices

ActivInspire integrates with another beloved Promethean software, ClassFlow. ClassFlow is perfect for

incorporating student devices and easily sharing the contents of your flipchart with connected students.

Select the Connect Devices button within your ActivInspire window.

If you do not yet have a free ClassFlow account, you may register

for one. If you have already created an account, sign in.

Once logged in, your unique five-digit Class Code appears. Students connect by

going to the provided URL.

We recommend using browsers Google Chrome or Safari with ClassFlow.

When a student arrives at this URL, they enter your class code and click Join. Next,

they simply input their name and select Join Anyway.

The scenic landscape images are an indication they have

successfully connected. This holding screen remains until you

send content to your students.

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Simply click the Send Page to ClassFlow Students button to share your immediate flipchart

page out to student devices.

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