Short answer
Use Pinboard when you are collecting and arranging ideas. Use TierList when you are comparing options and making rankings.
When to use this
Use this article when you know you need a creative surface but are not sure which ProTool fits the work.
Requirements
Keep source material accurate and avoid mixing private notes into public boards or rankings.
How to choose
Choose Pinboard for inspiration, references, image sets, and visual organization. Choose TierList for structured comparison, ranking, and decision support.
Common problems
If your work feels unstructured, start in Pinboard. If you already have candidates and criteria, move to TierList.
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Read Discovery basics when your source material starts from public exploration.
Escalation guidance
For Studio issues, include the board or list route, item type, and the action that failed.
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