Overview
How might we design infinite canvas so people can trust and act on AI output?
When this pattern fits
- Perfect for brainstorming tools, design ideation platforms, and knowledge organization applications where spatial arrangement enhances creativity and understanding.
When to skip or lighten it
- Simple Q&A with one short answer.
- Mobile-only users without pan-zoom affordances.
- Compliance logs requiring strict linear transcripts only.
States
State model coming soon
Key UX elements
Key UX elements coming soon
Anti-patterns to avoid
Canvas with no minimap or fit-all on large boards.
Nodes that overlap with no collision handling.
Losing spatial layout on refresh.
No link between canvas nodes and source prompts.
How products use it
| Product | Implementation |
|---|---|
| Miro AI | Sticky notes and diagrams on infinite boards with AI generate. |
| FigJam | Spatial ideation with AI widgets on canvas. |
| Whimsical | Flow and mind map AI on infinite surface. |
| Mural | Workshop boards with clustered AI outputs. |
Implementation
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Generate a production-ready implementation of the "Infinite Canvas" AI interface design pattern.
Pattern Definition:Frequently asked questions
Canvas vs chat thread?
Chat is temporal. Canvas is spatial organization of many outputs at once.
Collaboration?
Live cursors, comments on nodes, and permissions per board.
Export?
PNG, PDF, or structured JSON of nodes and edges.
AI placement?
New generations appear near selection or in a staging lane user can drag.