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1-click creation

Create a new node with a single click, or link separate nodes easily with smart connectors. Your flowchart is just clicks away!

Clutter-free workspace

Your content is what matters most, so we put that front and center. No sidebars. No floating icons. No distraction.

Minimal & intuitive interface

To make flow charts more accessible, we stripped away all complicated and unnecessary features from our free flowchart creator. The result is a thoughtfully simple, yet fully capable interface.

1-click styling

Customize your chart with simple styling options: pick a node color, style your texts or your lines. Get creative with our free flowchart maker!

Always presentation-ready

Download your flow chart as a PNG file or publish a live document which automatically updates any changes you make. Sharing your work is that easy!

Process Flowchart

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Sitemap

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What is a Flowchart?

In simple terms, flowchart or flow chart, is a type of diagram that describe processes. These diagrams compose of blocks, often rectangular, connected by arrows. The blocks contain information of a step in a process. In such way, flow charts help keep the information of a process clear and concise.

It's not clear who was the original inventor of flowcharts, but the first standardized documentation on flow chart was first introduced by Frank and Lillian Gilbreth. In , the couple presented the graphic-based method in a presentation titled: “Process Charts: First Steps in Finding the One Best Way to do Work”, to members of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).

Learn more about Flowchart's History, Tutorial, Symbols, Tools, Flow Chart Creator, Free Online Flowchart Maker, Flowchart Software, Examples and much more in our Introduction to Flowchart.

Flowchart Symbols & Components

Flowchart is a very intuitive method to describe processes. As such, in most cases, you don’t need to worry too much about the standards and rules of all the flow chart symbols. In fact, a simple flowchart, constructed with just rectangular blocks and flowlines, can already get most jobs done.

However, if you want to get technical and precise, there are preset rules and standards you can follow. Specifically, the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) set standards for flowcharts and their symbols in the s. Afterwards, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) adopted the ANSI symbols in In general, flowcharts flow from top to bottom and left to right.

For a full list of flowchart symbols, read our Guide on Flowchart Symbols

What is a Flowchart used for?

Flowchart is a very versatile tool that can be used to:

• Document a process
• Present a solution
• Brainstorm an idea
• Design a system
• Explain a decision making process
• Store information

About Zen Flowchart

Zen Flowchart is the simplest online software to create flowcharts, flow chart, org charts, process charts, sitemaps, and more. With a minimal and intuitive user interface, creating diagrams with our online flowchart maker is easy and delightful. Our simple free flowchart maker also has Export and Publish features, which allow users to easily share their work. Try our free flowchart creator now!

How to use Zen Flowchart?

At Zen Flowchart, we pride ourselves in having the most intuitive, easy-to-use flow chart maker on the market. And as such, we hope you’ll be able to create flow charts with our tool without much help.

However, here’s a quick guide on the main features to get you started. Let us know if you have any issues by emailing us at help@www.cronistalascolonias.com.ar

How to Create a Flowchart?

Step 1: Map out major steps

Start with a piece of paper, or a free flow chart creator like Zen Flowchart. Next, draw several major blocks that represent the most important steps in your process. Don’t worry about the details for now. Because flow charts are read left to right and top to bottom, start your first node at the top left corner of your workspace.

Step 2: Key in details of your flowchart

Fill in the remaining steps. We recommend working in the natural order of the process. An optional step here is to style your chart with different shapes and color to make it easier to follow.

Step 3: Test your chart

Work through all the steps in your chart to make sure they are clear and exhaustive, and that there is no open-ended node remained.

Step 4: Gather feedback & share

Share a draft of the flowchart and get feedback from the intended users to improve upon it. Flowcharts should be made easily accessible to all parties involved. So make sure you publish your work in the right place. Our online flowchart maker Zen Flowchart has a handy publishing feature, which allows you to publish and share your flowcharts. Any future updates you make to the document will automatically be updated.