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A flowchart is a visual tool that outlines the sequence of steps and decisions in a process using specific symbols to represent different actions. Flowcharts can be created by hand or with software and are utilized across various fields for project planning, process documentation, and more. Understanding flowchart symbols and types, such as swimlane and decision flows, is essential for effective communication of processes.

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Flowchart(s)

A flowchart is a visual tool that outlines the sequence of steps and decisions in a process using specific symbols to represent different actions. Flowcharts can be created by hand or with software and are utilized across various fields for project planning, process documentation, and more. Understanding flowchart symbols and types, such as swimlane and decision flows, is essential for effective communication of processes.

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Flowchart

T. Bihi
What is a Flowchart?
• A flowchart is a visual representation of the sequence of steps and
decisions needed to perform a process. Each step in the sequence is
noted within a diagram shape. Steps are linked by connecting lines
and directional arrows. This allows anyone to view the flowchart and
logically follow the process from beginning to end.
• With proper design and construction, it communicates the steps in a
process very effectively and efficiently.
Flow Chart Symbols
• You'll notice that the flowchart has different shapes. In this case,
there are two shapes: those with rounded ends represent the start
and end points of the process and rectangles are used to show the
interim steps.
• These shapes are known as flowchart symbols. There are dozens of
symbols that can be used in a flowchart.
• If you're new to flowcharting, it's important to know what they
represent before using them. Just as word usage conveys a certain
message, flowchart symbols also have specific meaning.
Flow Chart Symbols
How to Make a Flowchart
• There are several ways to make a flowchart. Originally, flowcharts
were created by hand using pencil and paper.
• Before the advent of the personal computer, drawing templates made
of plastic flowchart shape outlines helped flowchart makers work
more quickly and gave their diagrams a more consistent look.
• Today's flowcharts are typically created using flowchart software.
• e.g. SmartDraw
Types and Uses of Flowcharts
• There are a wide variety of flowchart types. Here are just a few of the
more commonly used ones.
• Swimlane flowcharts
• Data flow diagrams
• Influence diagrams
• Workflow diagrams
• Process flow diagrams
• Yes/no flowcharts
• Decision flows
• Flowcharts were originally used by industrial engineers to structure
work processes such as assembly line manufacturing.
Types and Uses of Flowcharts
• Today, flowcharts are used for a variety of purposes in manufacturing,
architecture, engineering, business, technology, education, science,
medicine, government, administration and many other disciplines.
• Here are some of the ways flowcharts are used today.
• Project planning
• Program or system design through flowchart programming
• Process documentation
• Audit a process for inefficiencies or malfunctions
• Map computer algorithms
• Documenting workflow
Flowchart Examples
• The best way to understand
flowcharts is to look at some
examples of flowcharts.
Flowchart Examples
• The best way to understand
flowcharts is to look at some
examples of flowcharts.
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