Visio Alternative

Lucidchart is an intelligent diagramming application that makes creating online diagrams easy with drag-and-drop shapes, real time collaboration, ready-to-use templates, and more.

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Create easy-to-read diagrams with an easy-to-use diagram software

Diagrams are proven to help users organize, teach, and retain information more easily and effectively than with text alone—so why do programs like Visio make them so hard to create and implement? Lucidchart lets you create both simple and complex diagrams in minutes with easily customizable templates, hundreds of drag-and-drop shapes, and collaborative features.

Save time and energy with instant collaboration

No more wasted time and decreased productivity. If you’re frustrated with sending the same Visio file back and forth between collaborators, it’s time for a more efficient Visio alternative. While Visio Online requires users to sacrifice valuable functionality for real-time collaboration, our cloud-based platform has collaboration built right in.

Turn your Visio visuals into Lucidchart diagrams

Our import feature allows you to transition all of your VDX, VSDX, and VSD files to Lucidchart. Then you can edit and reformat your imported Visio diagram to your heart’s content. Once you’re done, easily share your work via email or published link or export to Visio for those who have yet to make the switch.

Microsoft integrations with Visio alternative

Add powerful visuals to Word, Excel, and PowerPoint documents

Our Visio alternative integrates with Microsoft Office and Office 365, so you have the power to add mind maps, flowcharts, and other diagrams to your documents. Simple to install and easy to use, our Word, Excel, and PowerPoint add-ins let you illustrate data sets, create interactive presentations, and break up text-heavy documents with your Lucidchart diagrams.

G Suite integrations with Visio alternative

Combine the power of Lucidchart with the versatility of G Suite

Back up and sync your work to your Google account with our versatile Google Drive integration—you can even open a new Lucidchart diagram from your Google account, so you’re never far from your canvas. You can also use our Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides integrations to insert your diagrams into any word document, spreadsheet, or presentation.

Master the basics of Lucidchart in 3 minutes

master the basics of Lucidchart in 5 minutes

Create your first diagram from a template or blank canvas or import a document.
Add text, shapes, and lines to customize your diagram.
Learn how to adjust styling and formatting.
Locate what you need with Feature Find.
Share your diagram with your team to start collaborating.

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Free diagram templates

Business Process Flow Template

Go to Business Process Flow Template template

Value Stream Map (DevOps)

Go to Value Stream Map (DevOps) template

API flowchart example

Go to API flowchart example template

Lucidchart integrations

Connect Lucidchart to your favorite industry-leading apps.

See why teams choose Lucidchart

Diagram, visualize data, and collaborate all in one platform.

Collaborating with team members in Lucidchart

Collaboration

Create online diagrams on any device with ease. Lucidchart helps teams collaborate in real time from anywhere in the world. Enhance productivity while working together with your team to achieve your product goals.

Clarity

Lucidchart brings clarity to the complex. Intelligent diagramming allows you to quickly visualize projects and processes from start to finish.

Alignment

Drive alignment with your team by collaborating in the same space. Quickly map out processes and ideas together in real time so that you never miss a beat.

Better Together

The Lucid Visual Collaboration Suite transforms the way you work from ideation to project completion. Brainstorm and plan in Lucidspark then map it out in Lucidchart. Create a living blueprint of your organization.

What is Microsoft Visio

Microsoft Visio is software for drawing a variety of diagrams. These include flowcharts, org charts, building plans, floor plans, data flow diagrams, process flow diagrams, business process modeling, swimlane diagrams, 3D maps, and many more. It’s a Microsoft product, sold as an addition to MS Office.

How to use our Visio import/export

Identify which Microsoft Visio diagram you want to upload
You can import any of your VDX, VSDX, and VSD files straight from Visio to your Lucidchart account for further editing and customizing.

Import your Visio files into Lucidchart
On the “My Documents” page, click Import > Import Visio, and select the Visio file you wish to upload to your Lucidchart account. Then select “View Document” to open your diagram.

Continue editing like normal
After you open your Visio file in Lucidchart, you can continue editing your diagrams in real time without worrying about starting from scratch.

Export your document as a Visio file, if needed
Open the diagram you wish to export, and then navigate to File > Download As > Visio (VDX). Your document will download as a VDX file to your device.

Frequently asked questions about our Visio alternative

Can I work on my Visio diagrams in Lucidchart?

Yes! You can import and edit all of your Visio files (VDX, VSDX, and VSD) in Lucidchart using our drag-and-drop shapes and formatting options.

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Why choose Lucidchart over Visio?

Lucidchart is a more collaborative, easy-to-use alternative to Visio. Unlike Visio, it’s compatible with Mac, PC, and Linux operating systems, so your entire team can work together, no matter what devices they use.

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Can I embed Lucidchart documents in word documents, spreadsheets, and PowerPoint presentations?

Yes, Lucidchart offers convenient integrations that allow users to embed diagrams in Microsoft documents, Google Drive files, and collaborative platforms like Slack and Confluence.

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