Browse the canvas library
The open and growing library of 100+ canvases, shared by you!
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Featured canvases
Wedesignthinking
Strategyzer AG
Datentreiber
LeanStack
Business Model You®
Platform Innovation Kit
DIYOur mission
Our mission is to provide open alternatives to closed platforms which stimulate innovations that lead to freedom of choice in both canvases and applications.
Not a whiteboard tool
Canvas Generation is not a productivity or whiteboard tool
Canvas Generation is not a productivity or whiteboard tool
We are the Canvas Generation
We feel like being part of a generation of Canvas pioneers: The Canvas Generation.
Unfortunately, the success of visual design thinking this past decade has had its downsides. We believe there are too many collaboration platforms that are closed and drag publicly shared tools within their borders. We've seen beautiful tools being created, rebranded, poorly attributed and integrated by platforms beyond the control of their original creators. That's not right.
Knowledge sharing needs an open alternative to closed platforms. Canvasgeneration.com is our way of giving back to all our fellow pioneers that are sticking their necks out to create and share beautiful hands-on tools.
Share tools on your terms
Canvas Generation is a place to share Visual Design Thinking tools in one place, on your terms. That means proper attribution, applied licenses, branding and links to the creator. We always strive to put the original creator in control of their own tools.
The Canvas API
Our Canvas API enables platforms and applications to always have access to the latest tools and updates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tool creators
How does it work?
Starting 1 september 2020 you - as a tool creator - can register and add your own tools.
What's a Visual Design Thinking tool?
You probably know the Business Model Canvas. What you probably don't know is that there are hundreds, if not thousands of tools like that to make work easy. They come with different names like 'canvas', 'worksheet', 'template', 'board', etc.
Can I use the tools on Canvas Generation?
Not exactly. Tools shared on Canvas Generation can be used by any platform or application that uses the Canvas API and integrates with Canvas Generation. We are an open platform. Providing a way to use the tools on Canvas Generation itself would be us standing in the way of other initiatives.
What can visitors find on Canvas Generation?
All shared tools are visible. That means people can see the tools, read information, learn from tutorials, meet the people and organization behind the tool and see what applications or platforms have an integration to use the tool.
Can I add private (hidden) tools to Canvas Generation?
Yes. Tools can be public or private. Private tools can only be used and accessed outside Canvas Generation if you turn on developer mode and access the API with your unique token.
How many tools will be available at launch?
Canvas Generation will start with public tools being shared on Creatlr.com. That means we start with a large collection reaching from business development and marketing to project management and roadmaps. We aim to have 100+ tools available at launch.
Can I schedule a meeting?
Sure! Nothing beats a realtime meeting and getting to know fellow visual design thinkers.
Developers
How does it work?
Starting 1 september 2020 you - as a tool creator - can register, create and submit your integration.
Why would I build an integration?
Collaborating with tools isn't the same game as sharing and maintaining tools. An integration means your application will be easier to develop and maintain. It also makes your application more powerful with immediate access to our tool library.
How do I integrate Canvas Generation into my app?
When you are the owner or developer of a whiteboard application, integrating with Canvas Generation makes a lot of sense. After launch we will provide documentation on how to search, get and use tools.
I have built an integration. Can you showcase our application?
Yes! That's the whole point. Tool creators are important, but developers like you enable people to use the tools in ways we never thought were possible. We will make sure visitors can find your initiative and put you in the spotlights!
Can I use private (hidden) tools in my application?
Yes. Tools can be public or private. Private tools can only be used and accessed outside Canvas Generation if you turn on developer mode and access the API with your unique token. An example usecase is to create applications with proprietary tools that are not publicly shared.
How many tools will be available at launch?
Canvas Generation will start with public tools being shared on Creatlr.com. That means we start with a large collection reaching from business development and marketing to project management and roadmaps. We aim to have 100+ tools available at launch.
Can I schedule a meeting?
Sure! Nothing beats a realtime meeting and getting to know fellow visual design thinkers.