draw.io is a free online diagramming tool that supports a wide range of diagrams with its extensive shape libraries. Create flow charts, UML diagrams, org charts, mind maps, mockups, floor plans, infographics and more. Go to the online draw.io editor and the editor will open letting you immediately start diagramming. Select File > Save as then choose a storage location for your diagram file. Select the location or online platform where you want to save your diagrams. If you select a cloud storage location, you may be prompted to authorise the editor and grant it permission to read and edit files stored on that platform. Now you can add a template diagram ( Arrange > Insert > Template or + > Template ), generate a diagram , or drag and drop an existing diagram file onto the editor to import the diagram . Note: Different storage locations support additional featurs such as versioning or real-time collaboration. Compare file storage locations to see which will work best for you. Start a new diagram from within draw.io ​ You can start a new diagram via the menu if you are already working in the draw.io editor, and it will open in another browser tab. Select File > New from the menu.

Select Blank from the template library if you want to start with a blank canvas. Alternatively, select a template, or generate a diagram and click Create to open it in a new browser tab. You may be prompted to choose a storage location. If asked, select either to open the new diagram in the current browser tab (window) or open it in a new browser tab. Tip: If you are new to draw.io, step through the tutorial to build a basic flow chart . Related topics ​ Open an existing diagram file Import a diagram file, including .drawio, .xml, .vsdx and other formats Getting started - learn to use the draw.io editor Configure the draw.io editor to always show the file-save location dialog on startup Start a new diagram from within draw.io