Visio is a program for Windows designed to help you produce block, pyramid, funnel and other types of diagrams. Thanks to this convenient office solution, you are able to develop schematics, create technical drawings and more. An extensive catalog of elements and editing instruments is available.

Templates

After launching the utility, you need to pick the type of project you want to start. You are able to draw building plans, electrical diagrams, road maps, Gantt charts, and so on. It is worth mentioning that for each category there is a collection of typical elements.

Powerful editor

Work on the project is performed in design mode. The list of available components is located on the left. You need to drag objects onto the workspace and add links between them. It is also possible to insert comments as well as digital images. The function of importing content from a scanner or webcam is also supported.

Similar to XMind, you have the ability to create detailed mind maps. For this reason, you may use this tool during brainstorming sessions. Once you have finished working on your project, you have the option to save it to a file with either VSD, VSS or VDX extension. Alternatively, you can try another software distribution released by Microsoft called Microsoft Project.

Features

free to download and use;
compatible with modern Windows versions;
enables you to generate detailed diagrams;
you can create mind maps and Gantt charts;
it is possible to save the project in VSD format.