How Does an Interactive Whiteboard Work?

If you have used a modern smart board, you may wonder: how does an interactive whiteboard work?

An interactive whiteboard combines a large display with touch technology, computing hardware, operating systems, and software.

Display Technology

The display shows digital content such as:

• Documents
• Videos
• Presentations
• Websites
• Images
• Educational software

IR Touch Technology

Many interactive displays use IR touch technology.

Infrared sensors detect where a finger or stylus touches the screen.

This allows users to write, draw, select objects, and control applications.

Smart Board Touch Screen

A modern smart board touch screen can support multiple touch points.

This allows more than one person to interact with the display at the same time.

Operating System

An interactive display can include Android or connect to a Windows computer through OPS.

This turns the screen into a complete interactive computing platform rather than a simple monitor.

Software

The software layer provides tools such as:

• Digital whiteboarding
• Annotation
• Screen sharing
• File management
• Presentation
• Video conferencing

ELON Interactive Display Technology

Guangzhou ELON Technology Co., Ltd. develops and manufactures interactive display solutions for education and commercial applications.

Our interactive flat panel display products combine display technology, touch interaction, computing systems, and software to support modern classrooms and meeting environments.

Understanding interactive whiteboard technology can help buyers compare products based on real functionality rather than specifications alone.