Sketch Mode
Once you are confident with adding elements and connecting them using the methods described so far (green plus button and keyboard shortcuts), you may like to try using the ‘Sketch Mode’ feature of Kumu. This allows you to build your map faster.
This video introduces Sketch Mode, and shows you how to enter, use and exit Sketch Mode.
It is perfectly fine to continue to use the green plus button and keyboard shortcuts, if you prefer. Sketch mode is not for everyone, but you may like to try it, as it can be very useful.