How to Make a Flow Chart in Windows
Flow charts offer a great way to liven up presentations and display a new idea. You can use flow charts in Excel, Word or Powerpoint to give a logical explanation of a business concept. Flow charts can also be used as a reference point for business projects that involve groups. If a problem occurs the flow chart can be consulted and the issue quickly spotted and resolved.
Flow charts use different shapes for certain information. Typically a rectangle is used to represent an operation, and a diamond signifies a decision. The arrows show which way the information flows.
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How to Make a Flow Chart in Windows
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You can begin making your flow chart at the top right of the document below the title. Move to Insert and click on Insert>Shape>Ribbon to choose the flow chart shape. After that, draw a document outline for the size and shape of the object so you can see what it will look like.
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There are a number of different ways you can link the shapes in flow charts. One very simple way is to use an arrow to create the basic design. Effects can be added later.
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Once you have the first shapes, copy and paste them to the right position. Once you are used to selecting shapes and moving them around you can begin adding text. Right Click on a box, choose Add Text and start typing what you would like.
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After the basic outline of the flow chart is done, you can start adding effects. Go to the Format tab and choose the different shapes and colors you would like.
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There are various types of effects you can use in flow charts. Shadow and 3D effects can liven up flow charts and make them more attractive. In Office 2007, you can get a quick preview of effects by allowing the mouse to hover over each one.
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You can also use the Smart Art feature. Smart Art has a collection of pre-designed graphics that are easy to navigate. When using the Smart Art feature, a window called Radial Cycle will pop up. You will be able to see how the text will look as you type text in.
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If you want to make the flow chart more eye catching, the document background color can be altered. Go to Page Layout and choose Page Background in the Ribbon section. Add whatever color you may like. Flow charts are great visual tools for bringing business ideas alive.
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