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Usage

Excalidraw Plus for Confluence is a powerful macro app that brings the collaborative diagramming capabilities of Excalidraw directly into your Confluence pages.

Getting Started​

Installation​

  1. Log in to your Confluence instance as an admin
  2. Go to the Atlassian Marketplace
  3. Search for "Excalidraw Plus for Confluence"
  4. Click "Get app" or "Try it free"
  5. Follow the installation wizard instructions

Adding Excalidraw to Your Page​

There are two ways to add an Excalidraw diagram:

  1. Using the toolbar:

    • Click the + button in your Confluence editor
    • Search for "Excalidraw Plus"
    • Click to insert the macro

  2. Using the slash command:

    • Type / in your Confluence editor
    • Type "Excalidraw"
    • Press Enter

Core Features​

Drawing Tools​

  • Shapes: Rectangle, Circle, Diamond, Arrow, Line
  • Freehand Drawing: Pencil tool for sketching
  • Text: Add text annotations and labels
  • Library: Pre-made components and shapes

Styling Options​

  • Colors: Custom color picker for fills and strokes
  • Line Styles: Solid, dashed, dotted
  • Text Formatting: Font size, alignment, and style
  • Opacity: Adjust transparency of elements

Working with Diagrams​

Saving Your Work​

The diagram automatically saves as you work. To ensure all changes are preserved:

  1. Click outside the Excalidraw editor
  2. Save the Confluence page
  3. Wait for the sync confirmation

Viewing Results​

Your diagrams will appear:

  • In view mode of the Confluence page
  • In PDF exports
  • In page previews

Export Options​

  1. Click the menu icon (⋮) in the Excalidraw editor
  2. Choose from multiple export formats:
    • PNG
    • SVG
    • JSON (for backup)

Tips and Best Practices​

  • Use the grid feature for precise alignment
  • Group related elements together
  • Leverage the library for consistent diagrams
  • Save frequently used components to your library

Troubleshooting​

If you encounter issues:

  1. Refresh the page
  2. Clear browser cache
  3. Contact support through the Marketplace listing

Support and Resources​