{"id":37969,"date":"2025-05-15T13:48:08","date_gmt":"2025-05-15T20:48:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/?p=37969"},"modified":"2025-08-05T01:09:05","modified_gmt":"2025-08-05T08:09:05","slug":"flowchart-in-google-docs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/flowchart-in-google-docs\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make a Flowchart in Google Docs: Step-by-step Guide with Templates"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Understanding how a project moves from one stage to another depends on how well you can visualize the flow of the project. That\u2019s what\u2019s made <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/flowchart-software\/\">flowchart software<\/a> so popular for teams needing more visual clarity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, some teams focus on the free software available and want to know how to make a flowchart in <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/google-workspace\/\">Google<\/a> Docs. It\u2019s not the most beneficial and simple way to create a flowchart, but it can be done!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For quick sketches and midday doodles, this system is just fine. But for complex flowcharts and <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/workflow-diagram-examples\/\">workflow diagrams<\/a>, there are so many other effective and functional resources that are just as convenient as the trusted pen and paper\u2014promise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the context of this post, we are going to focus on just one of those alternatives\u2014creating flowcharts in Google Docs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, you may be a long-time Google Doc user wondering how you could\u2019ve possibly gone this long without knowing that your favorite <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/document-editing-software\/\">document editor<\/a> was capable of so much more, but you\u2019re not alone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow along as we tell you everything you need to know about making flowcharts in Google Docs including a step-by-step guide and a crash course on flowcharts.<\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 3px solid #000000; border-radius: 0%; background-color: inherit; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-bordered-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-2cf19ec4-6f9e-4baf-bfcd-ef439a46ce0f\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-%E2%8F%B0-60-second-summary-\">\u23f0<strong> 60-Second Summary<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Flowcharts are essential visual tools for clarifying project processes and enhancing communication<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Key elements include start\/end symbols, process rectangles, decision diamonds, and arrows for flow direction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Basic flowcharts can be created in Google Docs using Google Drawings by adding shapes, lines, and text<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Common flowchart types include process flowcharts, workflow diagrams, swimlane diagrams, and data flowcharts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Google Docs has limitations like lack of dedicated flowchart features and manual shape manipulation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ClickUp offers robust flowcharting capabilities with templates and seamless workflow integration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ClickUp&#8217;s Whiteboards enable easy creation and sharing of flowcharts with real-time collaboration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cu-buttons\"><a class=\"cu-button cu-button--purple cu-button--improved\">Try ClickUp for Free<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-5ffd10e5-0884-4bce-8bf5-078c807d7638\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column \">\n\t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/flowchart-in-google-docs\/#1-what-is-a-flowchart-\" style=\"\">What is a flowchart?<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/flowchart-in-google-docs\/#2-%E2%AD%90-featured-template-\" style=\"\">\u2b50 Featured Template<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/flowchart-in-google-docs\/#3-common-flowchart-symbols-shapes-and-qualities-\" style=\"\">Common flowchart symbols, shapes, and qualities<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/flowchart-in-google-docs\/#8-creating-a-flowchart-in-google-docs-\" style=\"\">Creating a flowchart in Google Docs<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/flowchart-in-google-docs\/#9-step-1-set-up-your-google-doc-\" style=\"\">Step 1: Set up your Google Doc<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/flowchart-in-google-docs\/#10-step-2-open-google%E2%80%99s-drawing-tool-\" style=\"\">Step 2: Open Google\u2019s Drawing Tool<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/flowchart-in-google-docs\/#11-step-3-add-shapes-\" style=\"\">Step 3: Add shapes<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/flowchart-in-google-docs\/#12-step-4-add-rows-\" style=\"\">Step 4: Add rows<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/flowchart-in-google-docs\/#13-step-5-add-text-\" style=\"\">Step 5: Add text<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/flowchart-in-google-docs\/#14-step-6-save-your-draft-\" style=\"\">Step 6: Save your draft<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/flowchart-in-google-docs\/#15-4-common-google-docs-flowchart-types-\" style=\"\">4 common Google Docs flowchart types<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/flowchart-in-google-docs\/#20-google-docs-flowchart-template\" style=\"\">Google Docs Flowchart Template<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/flowchart-in-google-docs\/#21-limitations-of-creating-flowcharts-in-google-docs\" style=\"\">Limitations of Creating Flowcharts in Google Docs<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/flowchart-in-google-docs\/#25-alternative-flowchart-templates-amp-tools\" style=\"\">Alternative Flowchart Templates &amp; Tools<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/flowchart-in-google-docs\/#29-create-flowcharts-with-clickup\" style=\"\">Create Flowcharts with ClickUp<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-what-is-a-flowchart-\"><strong>What is a flowchart?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A flowchart is a visual tool that graphically represents a process or workflow.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-38607\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/mind-map-1400x922.png\" alt=\"View your Mind Map as a flowchart in ClickUp\">\n<figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Create flowcharts for your organization structures with Mind Maps in ClickUp<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Most users prefer them to represent large amounts of data or use them to plan complex concepts. They are easy to read and help break down complicated processes in a more digestible way due to their visual nature\u2014they\u2019re also very accessible for team members who <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-neurodiversity-can-be-a-competitive-advantage\/\">process information differently<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In project management, flowcharts are a key element in the planning phase because they complement any project methodology including adaptive project framework, project cycle management, or agile. As a visual aid, flowcharts provide:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Clarity<\/strong>: Team members can clearly see each stage of the project lifecycle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coordination<\/strong>: Flowcharts promote transparency so every member is on the same page when it comes to their role in the project\u2019s workflow<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Communication<\/strong>: Flowcharts use simple graphics to quickly convey how complicated processes are carried out&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Analysis<\/strong>: Flowcharts map process\u2019 flows from beginning to end, allowing project managers to easily determine where <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/bottlenecks\/\">bottlenecks are likely to emerge<\/a> and make adjustments if needed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 3px solid #3c763d; border-radius: 0%; background-color: #dff0d8; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-bordered-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-895d8db0-5379-457b-aca5-087a84669d70\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-%E2%AD%90-featured-template-\">\u2b50 <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#3c763d\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Featured Template<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#3c763d\" class=\"has-inline-color\">If you\u2019re thinking of making a flowchart in Google Docs, <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/templates\/data-flow-diagram-kkmvq-14191\">ClickUp\u2019s free Data Flow Diagram Template<\/a> gives you a cleaner way to map things out.<\/mark><br><\/p><p data-start=\"304\" data-end=\"395\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-cu-image-with-overlay\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><div class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__overlay\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image-20.png\" alt=\"Map your process clearly with ClickUp\u2019s Data Flow Diagram Template\" class=\"image skip-lazy cu-image-with-overlay__image\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto\"><div class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__cta-wrap\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clickup.com\/signup?template=kkmvq-14191\" class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__cta cu-image-with-overlay__cta--#7c68ee\" data-segment-track-click=\"true\" data-segment-section-model-name=\"imageCTA\" data-segment-button-clicked=\"Get Free Template\" data-segment-props='{\"location\":\"body\",\"sectionModelName\":\"imageCTA\",\"buttonClicked\":\"Get Free Template\"}'>Get Free Template<\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Map your process clearly with ClickUp\u2019s Data Flow Diagram Template<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-common-flowchart-symbols-shapes-and-qualities-\"><strong>Common flowchart symbols, shapes, and qualities<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To understand how to create and read a flowchart, let\u2019s first dive into its most typical qualities and attributes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-startend-\"><strong>Start\/end<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all of your favorite stories, most flowcharts have a beginning and an end, denoted by a rounded rectangle or terminal symbol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-process-\"><strong>Process<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The process shows what is being done and is depicted by a rectangular-shaped component that is labeled by an action. \u201cTurn off the TV,\u201d \u201cfeed the cat,\u201d and \u201ccall the executive supervisor,\u201d are some examples.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-decision-\"><strong>Decision<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is where flowcharts show decisions to simple questions. We\u2019re talking <em>yes or no<\/em> and <em>true or false<\/em> questions here. The process\u2014or algorithm\u2014will run in two different directions depending on the answers to the questions. A diamond or rhombus represents the decision sign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-arrows-\"><strong>Arrows<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The direction of a process is shown by arrows, also called flow lines. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-creating-a-flowchart-in-google-docs-\"><strong>Creating a flowchart in Google Docs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Google Docs is a powerful document editor tool that can also be <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/google-project-management\/\">helpful in project management<\/a> too. It is most commonly used for composing and formatting text documents, editing alongside other users, and securely sharing pages, but the built-in Google Drawings is also a great resource for creating custom flowcharts. Here\u2019s how:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-step-1-set-up-your-google-doc-\"><strong>Step 1: Set up your Google Doc<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>First things first\u2014we\u2019re starting with a blank Google document.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your flowchart is horizontal, click <strong>Page setup<\/strong> from the File tab, then <strong>Landscape<\/strong> to convert the page\u2019s orientation to landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-38624\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image13-2-1400x919.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image13-2-1400x919.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image13-2-300x197.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image13-2-768x504.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image13-2-700x459.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image13-2.png 1472w\" alt=\"Change the page orientation in Google Docs\" width=\"1400\" height=\"919\">\n<figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Easily change the page orientation of your <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Google Doc<\/a><\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-step-2-open-google%E2%80%99s-drawing-tool-\"><strong>Step 2: Open Google\u2019s Drawing Tool<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To make a flowchart, we\u2019ll use Google Docs\u2019 diagramming tool.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Access this tool by navigating to the top menu bar and selecting <strong>Insert<\/strong>, then hover your cursor over the <strong>Drawing<\/strong> option and select <strong>New<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the top of your blank document, a blank sketching canvas will appear. Before we add anything, let\u2019s just take a quick look around the tool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-38612\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image1-6-1400x719.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image1-6-1400x719.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image1-6-300x154.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image1-6-768x394.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image1-6-1536x788.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image1-6-700x359.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image1-6.png 1999w\" alt=\"Google Docs' Drawing Tool\" width=\"1400\" height=\"719\">\n<figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Open the Drawing Tool from the menu bar in Google Docs<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Click the <strong>Shapes<\/strong> tool on the drawing toolbar for a full view of your flowcharting objects, then select <strong>Shapes<\/strong> from the list of choices. You can also locate the many flowcharting shapes in the bottom section of your menu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re not sure what certain shapes mean in flowcharting, hover your mouse over the shape for a text description of its purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-38625\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image14-2.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1310px) 100vw, 1310px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image14-2.png 1310w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image14-2-300x152.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image14-2-768x389.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image14-2-700x355.png 700w\" alt=\"Text descriptions of flowchart shapes in Google Docs\" width=\"1310\" height=\"664\">\n<figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hover your mouse over a shape for its description<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-step-3-add-shapes-\"><strong>Step 3: Add shapes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now for the good stuff\u2014actually creating your flowchart!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To start adding content to the chart, go to the <strong>Shapes<\/strong> menu and choose the flowchart terminator\u2014or the rounded rectangle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-38623\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image12-3.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 610px) 100vw, 610px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image12-3.png 610w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image12-3-300x247.png 300w\" alt=\"Terminator symbol in Google Docs flowchart\" width=\"610\" height=\"502\">\n<figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Many flowcharts start and end with this terminator symbol<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You can individually add each object to fill out your chart, or if you\u2019ve resized any of them, you can copy and paste the shapes to make sure they\u2019re all the same size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12-step-4-add-rows-\"><strong>Step 4: Add rows<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Click the <strong>Line<\/strong> tool on the toolbar, and select <strong>Arrow<\/strong> or <strong>Elbow Connector<\/strong> from the drop-down menu, depending on the sort of arrow or flow line you require.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-38616\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image5-8.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 566px) 100vw, 566px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image5-8.png 566w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image5-8-245x300.png 245w\" alt=\"Lines to connect flowchart shapes in Google Docs\" width=\"566\" height=\"694\">\n<figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Choose from a number of different lines to connect your flowchart shapes in Google Docs<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"13-step-5-add-text-\"><strong>Step 5: Add text<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Using the <strong>Text<\/strong> tool (the boxed <strong>T<\/strong> icon in the drawing panel), add text inside your shapes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Highlight your text, then click the three dots in the toolbar to format and style your text. You can alter the font type, change the text size, and position it as you please.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-38615\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image4-7-1400x748.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image4-7-1400x748.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image4-7-300x160.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image4-7-768x410.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image4-7-1536x820.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image4-7-700x374.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image4-7.png 1816w\" alt=\"Add text formatting to shapes in Google Docs flowcharts\" width=\"1400\" height=\"748\">\n<figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Add shapes and format text with different styling options in your Google Docs flowchart<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>To keep the same formatting across each shape, copy and paste the content to the next box, then just edit the text.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"14-step-6-save-your-draft-\"><strong>Step 6: Save your draft<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Okay, this step might take a little bit of getting used to.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>People love Google Docs for its auto-save feature\u2014where they can even work offline and open their doc at any time to view its most updated version without ever hitting save. But to make sure your flowchart is added to your Google document, you need to hit the blue <strong>Save and Close<\/strong> button when you\u2019re finished.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-38614\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image3-7-1400x943.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image3-7-1400x943.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image3-7-300x202.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image3-7-768x518.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image3-7-1536x1035.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image3-7-700x472.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image3-7.png 1999w\" alt=\"Save your flowchart to view it in Goole Docs\" width=\"1400\" height=\"943\">\n<figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Once you save your flowchart, it will appear like an image in your Google Doc<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need to make adjustments to the flowchart, double-click on it and you\u2019ll be sent back to the painting canvas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And <em>voila<\/em>! You have yourself a Google Doc flowchart! \ud83c\udf89<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Bonus: <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/flowchart-software-mac\/\">Flowchart software for Mac<\/a><\/strong><\/em> <strong><em>&amp; <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-make-a-family-tree-on-google-docs\/\">Google Docs Family Tree<\/a>! <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"15-4-common-google-docs-flowchart-types-\"><strong>4 common Google Docs flowchart types<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While there are several flowchart variations, we will focus on four of the most <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/use-case\/\">common use cases<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These four popular flowcharts are ideal for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Describing corporate, manufacturing, and administrative operations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Breaking down how an organization operates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Showing how different departments interact.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"16-1-the-process-flowchart-\"><strong>1. The Process Flowchart<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A process flowchart, also known as a <strong>process flow diagram<\/strong>, is the most adaptable of the four flowcharts because we can use it for virtually <em>anything<\/em>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But most commonly, organizations use process flowcharts to explain how things operate in your company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"17-2-the-workflow-diagram-\"><strong>2. The Workflow Diagram<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/workflow-diagram-examples\/\">Workflow diagrams<\/a> show how a process or an organization works. They assist you in analyzing the movement of data and documents throughout your entire organization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"18-3-the-swimlane-flowchart-\"><strong>3. The Swimlane Flowchart<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you need to show multiple categories of information side by side, the swimlane flowchart is your go-to tool.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/swimlane-template\/\">Swimlane diagrams<\/a> may appear to be quite similar to workflow diagrams, but the major difference is that they allow you to divide activities into several categories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A swimlane flowchart is useful for documenting a comprehensive process that involves multiple teams or affects different parts of an organization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"19-4-the-data-flowchart-\"><strong>4. The Data Flowchart<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A data flowchart shows how the process of data \u201cflows.\u201d It is helpful when you want to develop a new system or assess an existing one.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although it is most commonly used for software design and development, data flowcharts are also useful to evaluate any spread of information, such as how data travels through an organization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"20-google-docs-flowchart-template\">Google Docs Flowchart Template<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"485\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-07-26-at-12.27.30\u202fPM.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-192700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-07-26-at-12.27.30\u202fPM.png 485w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-07-26-at-12.27.30\u202fPM-300x195.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 485px) 100vw, 485px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>via Template.net<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.template.net\/editable\/6168\/work-flow-chart\">Google Docs Flowchart Template from Template.net<\/a> is a robust, user-friendly tool that helps <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/streamlining-processes\/\">streamline the process<\/a> of creating professional and visually appealing flowcharts. This template offers easy customization of colors, texts, lines, and shapes, giving users complete control to design a flowchart that perfectly meets their specific requirements. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you wish to illustrate a complex process, a workflow, or a system, the Google Docs Flowchart Template empowers you to effortlessly create a concise and clear graphical representation. Moreover, this <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/flowchart-templates\/\">flowchart template<\/a> is entirely downloadable, editable, and versatile, granting users the freedom to access and modify their creations at their convenience. No need for a high degree of technical expertise, instead you can lay out intricate processes with ease using the features provided in this user-friendly template.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"21-limitations-of-creating-flowcharts-in-google-docs\">Limitations of Creating Flowcharts in Google Docs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Google Docs is both intuitive and easy to share with the team. With live cursors to edit in real-time and without a save button, Google Docs makes document creation collaborative and\u2014dare we say\u2014fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But unfortunately, it\u2019s not all rainbows and butterflies when it comes to Google Doc flowcharts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are three of its most challenging limitations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"22-1-inconvenient-offline-work-\"><strong>1. Inconvenient offline work<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Google Docs is accessible through a web browser. This means users can work from anywhere as long as they have an internet connection.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Google now has a Drive software for Chrome and a Drive desktop program that allows you to access all of your Drive files, including Doc files, offline. It sounds fantastic, but there are a few limits you should know because <em>you must plan ahead of time to work offline<\/em>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First, ensure that you\u2019ve configured Drive for offline use and select the files you will access offline. If you don\u2019t, you won\u2019t be able to use Docs offline.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, there is a drawback to this. There are no flowcharts if there is no internet connection. Flowcharts in Google Docs are reliant on the save button, so you can access flowcharts you\u2019ve already made offline, but will face challenges when trying to make one from scratch without Wi-Fi.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"23-2-not-designed-for-flowcharts-\"><strong>2. Not designed for flowcharts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, Google Docs can display basic flowcharts, but this document editor was created for generating and sharing documents, similar to Microsoft Word.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If Google Docs had built-in flowchart templates or made the shapes tool a little simpler, the flowchart possibilities and user experience would be wildly different. But you must copy and paste shapes to replicate your work\u2014a tedious and time-consuming process that is not ideal for complex charts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/flowchart-in-excel\/\">Create a flowchart in Excel<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"24-3-no-workflow-capabilities-\"><strong>3. No workflow capabilities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>So, you\u2019ve made a flowchart in Google Docs. What now? Can you create tasks? <em>Nope<\/em>. What about assigning or scheduling them? <em>Also nope<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While you can make a flowchart in Google Docs, there isn\u2019t much else you can do to act on it because it isn\u2019t actually connected to any real workflow, it just maps one out.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"25-alternative-flowchart-templates-amp-tools\">Alternative Flowchart Templates &amp; Tools<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>TBH, ClickUp is the only digital <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/flowchart-makers\/\">flowchart maker<\/a> you\u2019ll ever need.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ClickUp is an all-in-one productivity platform that teams of all sizes and across industries rely on to manage projects, create complex flowcharts, and optimize their processes with the entire team. Whether you\u2019re a solopreneur or part of a large-scale enterprise team, ClickUp is flexible enough to align with any workflow\u2014no matter what project style you use. \ud83c\udfc6&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Easily create, edit, and share flowcharts for even the most complex of projects, and store it in your Workspace forever.&nbsp;Follow these simple steps from start to finish, then let your creativity run wild with flowcharts in ClickUp Whiteboards:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"26-step-1-choose-a-flowchart-or-diagram-based-on-your-end-goal-\"><strong>Step 1: Choose a flowchart or diagram based on your end goal<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Starting with the final aim in mind, choose the best flowchart for you. Here are a few ideas to get your thoughts going\u2014you may create a diagram to\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Consider a new procedure for a future project<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find inefficiencies and innovate an existing system<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improve how you employ resources in processes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set expectations for a specific process with your team, and work on improving your communication skills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dissect a complicated process with a checklist of activities, decision points, and data<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>ClickUp Whiteboards offer all the <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/guide-to-whiteboards-in-clickup\/\">creative and collaboration features<\/a> you need to construct the flowcharts of your dreams\u2014and then some. But the best part? This powerful tool is completely free. All you have to do is sign up!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From anywhere in your Workspace, simply go to <strong>+ View<\/strong>, scroll down, and click on <strong>Whiteboard<\/strong>. You\u2019ll be greeted with a blank canvas, full of possibility. But drawing your flowchart freehanded is not your only option! More on that in a little bit though. \ud83e\udd73<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-38619\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image8-4-1400x928.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image8-4-1400x928.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image8-4-300x199.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image8-4-768x509.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image8-4-1536x1019.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image8-4-700x464.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image8-4.png 1870w\" alt=\"Flowchart in ClickUp Whiteboards\" width=\"1400\" height=\"928\">\n<figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">ClickUp Whiteboards offer all the creative and collaboration features you need to construct the flowcharts of your dreams<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"From Idea to Execution: Discover ClickUp Whiteboards 3.0\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IjLWtKll3To?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"27-step-2-invite-the-team-\"><strong>Step 2: Invite the team&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You don\u2019t have to make a flowchart all on your own. Collaboration invites new ideas, improvements, and innovation to any project\u2014simply ask your team to be a part of the process with real-time editing and live cursors so you can work alongside members without overlap. \ud83e\udd29<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Adjust your <strong>Sharing &amp; Permissions <\/strong>under<strong> Space Settings <\/strong>in ClickUp to invite team members to join your space. Once you\u2019ve onboarded your team members, you\u2019ll all share the same freedom to edit, create, and chart as you please.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Have more questions about how to onboard like a pro? Check out this post on how ClickUp\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-our-onboarding-team-uses-clickup\/\">Talent Development team uses ClickUp<\/a> to onboard new team members!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"28-step-3-create-your-flowchart-\"><strong>Step 3: Create your flowchart!&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We love ClickUp Whiteboards because they are truly limitless. You can create flowcharts by choosing a flowchart template, draw your chart freehand, or, use one of its adjustable shapes (that can be converted directly into ClickUp tasks).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-cu-image-with-overlay\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><div class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__overlay\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image.webp\" alt=\"Bring your ideas to life or simply unwind with freehand doodling with ClickUp Whiteboards on your mobile\" class=\"image skip-lazy cu-image-with-overlay__image\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto\"\/><div class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__cta-wrap\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/whiteboards\" class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__cta cu-image-with-overlay__cta--pink\" data-segment-track-click=\"true\" data-segment-section-model-name=\"imageCTA\" data-segment-button-clicked=\"Try ClickUp Whiteboards\" data-segment-props=\"{&quot;location&quot;:&quot;body&quot;,&quot;sectionModelName&quot;:&quot;imageCTA&quot;,&quot;buttonClicked&quot;:&quot;Try ClickUp Whiteboards&quot;}\">Try ClickUp Whiteboards<\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bring your ideas to life or simply unwind with freehand doodling with ClickUp Whiteboards on your mobile<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You can draw connections between any shapes and media on your Whiteboard, meaning your flowchart can take place at any time, and form out of any cluster of information on your board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Add text within a shape, on a sticky note, embed a ClickUp Doc and so much more\u2014then use <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.clickup.com\/en\/articles\/1666717-text-formatting-overview\">rich text editing<\/a> to make your writing stand out on your chart. And for quick access, use ClickUp\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/slash-commands\">Slash Commands<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/hotkeys-shortcuts\">keyboard shortcuts<\/a> to choose from any number of styling and formatting options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since the canvas is infinite, you can make as many flowcharts as you need without ever running out of space, simply drag your cursor to an open area and continue creating on the same board! Share, edit, and present a clean flowchart from your Whiteboard at any time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus, your Whiteboard is automatically <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/launching-clickup-whiteboards\/\">connected to your workflow<\/a>, so you can start acting on your ideas and putting your flowchart to use ASAP!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-38617\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image6-2.gif\" alt=\"Convert shapes into tasks in ClickUp Whiteboards\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\">\n<figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Convert shapes into tasks on your ClickUp Whiteboard to instantly start putting your flowchart into action<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>But that\u2019s not all! ClickUp offers a feature-rich experience across all of its tools, making it as functional as it is fun to use.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To give you an idea of else you can expect, here are some additional ClickUp features for optimizing your flowcharts, workflows, processes, and more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/project-time-tracking\">native global timer<\/a> to track time, set time estimates, and boost productivity on any task&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.clickup.com\/en\/articles\/3625951-custom-widgets\">Custom Widgets<\/a> to visualize data as a bar chart, portfolio, line and battery chart, among others.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Over <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/views\">15 customizable views<\/a> including <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.clickup.com\/en\/articles\/1914554-embed-content-in-clickup\">Embed view<\/a> to add content from other popular work tools<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/docs\">ClickUp Docs<\/a> for creating everything from detailed knowledge bases to wikis, process Docs, and everything in between. Plus, you can download your Docs as Markdown, HTML, or PDF files, or share them via link<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/integrations\">Over 1,000 integrations<\/a> including Slack, Trello, Zoom, and many, <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/best-clickup-integrations\/\">many more<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easily adjustable task start dates and due dates that can be <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/multiple-assignees\">assigned to multiple team members<\/a> at a time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ClickUp\u2019s mobile app for Android and iOS allows working on the go<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"29-create-flowcharts-with-clickup\">Create Flowcharts with ClickUp<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Making a basic flowchart in Google Docs may be free, but the time commitment is not!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Without templates, the ability to connect your Google Doc flowchart to your workflow, or a more intuitive UI, you\u2019ll lose precious time that could\u2019ve been focused on your team or project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news is that ClickUp gives you access to a vast library of templates to start flowcharting in the way that makes the most sense to you, and a powerful digital Whiteboard to encourage your creativity, even if you\u2019re starting from scratch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since flowcharts are useful for communicating a wide range of information, you can bet that the four examples above are only the tip of the iceberg.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Start crushing and exceeding your company goals with interactive, intuitive, and flexible flowcharts in ClickUp\u2014and get started for free!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Access ClickUp Docs, Whiteboards, and flowcharting templates\u2014plus 100MB of storage, and unlimited tasks and members with <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/pricing\">ClickUp\u2019s Free Forever Plan<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, what are you waiting for?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Understanding how a project moves from one stage to another depends on how well you can visualize the flow of the project. 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