Using Annotation Tools
Master the annotation and markup tools available to remote experts.
Remote experts have powerful annotation tools to guide field workers effectively.
Available Tools
Pointer - Highlight specific areas in the worker's view Freehand Draw - Sketch directly on the video feed Shapes - Add circles, arrows, and rectangles Text - Add labels and instructions Freeze Frame - Pause video for detailed markup
Using Annotations
Click the annotation toolbar icon
Select your tool
Choose color and thickness
Draw or click on the video feed
Annotations appear in the worker's view in real-time
Best Practices
Use contrasting colors for visibility
Keep annotations simple and clear
Use freeze frame for complex instructions
Clear old annotations before adding new ones
Combine with voice instructions for clarity
Annotations are saved with session recordings for future reference.