Drawio
draw.io (diagrams.net) Overview
draw.io, now known as diagrams.net, is a free, open-source diagramming tool available as a web app, desktop application, and offline version. It offers a wide range of shapes, templates, and connectors for creating flowcharts, network diagrams, UML, org charts, mind maps, and more—with seamless integration to popular storage services like Google Drive, OneDrive, and GitHub.
🛠 Key Features
Rich Shape Library
Includes shapes for flowcharts, BPMN, UML, network layouts, electrical diagrams, and even custom libraries.Templates & Themes
Choose from dozens of ready-made templates or configure custom themes and stencils.Cloud & Offline Access
Work in your browser, desktop (Windows/macOS/Linux), or offline standalone app.Collaboration & Versioning
Connect to Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox, GitHub, GitLab; supports file versioning and sharing.Export & Embed
Export diagrams as PNG, JPEG, SVG, PDF, and embed them in HTML, Confluence, or wikis.Interactive Features
Hyperlinks, collapsible elements, layers, grid snapping, and alignment aids.Customizability
Add custom shapes, import Visio stencils, or use draw.io's plugin/SDK for extensions.
🎯 Typical Use Cases
- Flowcharts and process documentation
- Network and system architecture diagrams
- UML, ERDs, and software design visuals
- Org charts and mind-mapping
- Embed visuals in documentation, wikis, or web dashboards