What it is
Multimodal Canvas is a tool created by Google that utilizes the Gemini API to allow developers to test and experiment with multimodal prompts using features such as drawing, camera, and images.
Gabriel’s notes
Multimodal Canvas is an experimental test console for developers, built by Google with the Gemini API. Using Gemini 1.5 Flash, you can rapidly test multimodal prompts using drawing, camera, images, and more.
Good fit if you want to:
- generate, edit, or enhance creative assets (images, design, branding).
- build, test, or ship software faster (APIs, dev tooling, code assistance).
Pricing snapshot (auto-enriched): Free tier available with limited access and free tokens; pricing is usage-based per million tokens with different rates for input, output, and context caching; higher volumes and advanced features available in paid and enterprise tiers; some usage limits and charges apply for grounding with Google Search.
Work-use / compliance snapshot (auto-enriched): Multimodal Canvas, built with Google’s Gemini API, is suitable for workplace use when deployed with enterprise agreements, supporting data confidentiality, HIPAA, GDPR, SOC 2 compliance, and security controls, though specific details on SSO and data retention are not explicitly stated.
Alternatives (auto-enriched): Alternative: Miro | Comparison: Miro offers collaborative visual tools and multimodal AI features, while Google’s Multimodal Canvas focuses on experimental multimodal prompt testing with the Gemini API.
Author: Dan Motzenbecker
Note: pricing and policy details can change—verify on the official site before making decisions.