The term "lightboard" refers to a type of video production tool where a person draws or writes text on a translucent surface while facing the camera. Synonyms for lightboard include glass chalkboard, illuminated display board, backlit board, illuminated whiteboard, and glow sign board. The glass chalkboard is made of tempered glass and coated with a special film to make it writable, while the illuminated display board uses LED lighting to highlight the writing. The backlit board is made of acrylic and has fluorescent lighting underneath to illuminate the text, while the illuminated whiteboard uses color-changing LED lights. The glow sign board is a signboard that lights up in the dark and can be used for advertising and other purposes.