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Data Flow Diagram Symbols. DFD Library

Data Flow Diagram Symbols. DFD Library *
Data Flow Diagrams graphically represent the information transfers and process steps of a system. They visually depict how data are processed by a system in terms of inputs and outputs, how occurs the input in a system, how the data flow through an information system and where they are stored, and how occurs output from the system. DFDs give the overview of the system and models the processes aspects, they are maintained with other methods of structured systems analysis. The main goal of DFDs is achievement of understanding between developers and users. For their construction are used two notations - Gane-Sarson and Yourdon, each of them uses its own set of symbols. Data Flow Diagrams solution from Software Development area extends the ConceptDraw DIAGRAM software with templates, samples, and predesigned libraries of data flow diagram symbols for both notations, allowing you easy design the process-oriented and data-oriented models, draw the Data Flow Diagrams, Data Flowcharts, Data Process Diagrams, Information Flow Diagrams, Structured Analysis Diagrams, etc.

Flow Chart Symbols

Flow Chart Symbols
The Flowcharts are incredibly useful and popular tool used in science, business, software development, analytics, engineering, marketing, manufacturing, administration, architecture, government, politics, and many other fields thanks to a variety of existing types of flowcharts. A Flowchart is a visual graphical representation of the process, algorithm, or the set of steps taken for problem's solution. Widely used for designing, visualizing and documenting simple and complex processes and programs, they effectively help to understand the process and to find easier the flaws if they are. Each flowchart type supposes the use of its own set of notations for drawing corresponding diagram, which includes the symbols of process, decision, data, document, data base, termination, initiation processes, processing loops, conditions, etc. It is easily design a Flowchart using the special professional flowchart maker - ConceptDraw DIAGRAM diagram software with numerous predesigned flow chart symbols grouped in libraries of Flowcharts solution from ConceptDraw Solution Park.

UML Sequence Diagram. Design Elements

UML Sequence Diagram. Design Elements *
UML Sequence Diagram shows object interactions arranged in time sequence, how processes operate with one another and in what order and illustrate the sequence of messages exchanged between the objects and classes involved in the scenario.

Marketing - Design Elements

Marketing - Design Elements *
If you need to pull together a quick marketing drawing, you'll find elements, samples, templates and libraries with vector clip art for drawing the Marketing Illustrations. These symbols and signs you can use in your design for Strategic Marketing, Graphic Design, Inbound and Content Marketing, Social Media, Lead Generation, Email Marketing and Automation, CRM implementation and Integration and more. This symbols used for marketing presentation, project management report, project management tracking tools and other types of creative project management software.

Basic of Flowchart: Meaning and Symbols

Basic Flowchart Symbols Meaning
Flowcharts are the best for visually representation the business processes and the flow of a custom-order process through various departments within an organization. ConceptDraw DIAGRAM diagramming and vector drawing software extended with Flowcharts solution offers the full set of predesigned basic flowchart symbols which are gathered at two libraries: Flowchart and Flowcharts Rapid Draw. Among them are: process, terminator, decision, data, document, display, manual loop, and many other specific symbols. The meaning for each symbol offered by ConceptDraw gives the presentation about their proposed use in professional Flowcharts for business and technical processes, software algorithms, well-developed structures of web sites, Workflow diagrams, Process flow diagram and correlation in developing on-line instructional projects or business process system. Use of ready flow chart symbols in diagrams is incredibly useful — you need simply drag desired from the libraries to your document and arrange them in required order. There are a few serious alternatives to Visio for Mac, one of them is ConceptDraw DIAGRAM. It is one of the main contender with the most similar features and capabilities.
How to Build a Flowchart
How to Build a Flowchart

DFD Library — Design elements

DFD Library — Design elements *
Data Flow Diagrams (DFD) solution from the Software Development area of ConceptDraw Solution Park provides plenty of predesigned templates, samples and DFD vector design elements proposed by three DFD libraries. These DFD library objects are designed to help you effectively model the data flows and functional requirements for the business processes or systems, to design the Process-oriented models or Data-oriented models, Data flowcharts and Data process diagrams, Structured analysis diagrams and Information flow diagrams. There are two different notations used to draw the Data Flow Diagrams (Yourdon & Coad and Gane & Sarson). These notations define the different visual representations for the processes, data stores, data flows, and external entities. ConceptDraw DIAGRAM software provides you with possibility of designing professional-looking Data Flow Diagrams, DFD Models, Data Flow Process Diagrams using any of these notations. Simply drag the predesigned DFD flowchart symbols from the appropriate library and connect by arrows depicting the data flow from one step to another.

Simple Flow Chart

Simple Flow Chart *
ConceptDraw DIAGRAM diagramming and vector drawing software extended with Flowcharts Solution from the 'Diagrams' area of ConceptDraw Solution Park is a powerful tool for drawing Flow Charts of any complexity you need. Irrespective of whether you want to draw a Simple Flow Chart or large complex Flow Diagram, you estimate to do it without efforts thanks to the extensive drawing tools of Flowcharts solution, there are professional flowchart symbols and basic flowchart symbols. This sample shows the Gravitational Search Algorithm (GSA) that is the optimization algorithm.
The Data Flow Diagrams solution from the Software Development area of ConceptDraw Solution Park provides three vector stencils libraries for drawing DFD using the ConceptDraw PRO diagramming and vector drawing software . The design elements library "Data flow diagram (DFD)" contains 15 symbols for drawing both context-level data flow diagram and Level 1 DFD. The design elements library "DFD, Gane-Sarson notation contains 12 symbols of Gane-Sarson DFD notation. The design elements library "DFD, Yourdon and Coad notation contains 22 symbols of Yourdon/ DeMarco DFD notation.
Use these DFD symbol libraries to design the process-oriented models, data-oriented models, data flowcharts, data process diagrams, structured analysis diagrams, and information flow diagrams.
"A data flow diagram (DFD) is a graphical representation of the "flow" of data through an information system, modeling its process aspects. Often they are a preliminary step used to create an overview of the system which can later be elaborated. DFDs can also be used for the visualization of data processing (structured design).
A DFD shows what kinds of information will be input to and output from the system, where the data will come from and go to, and where the data will be stored. It does not show information about the timing of processes, or information about whether processes will operate in sequence or in parallel (which is shown on a flowchart)." [Data flow diagram. Wikipedia]
The example "Design elements - Data Flow Diagram (DFD)" is included in the Data Flow Diagrams solution.
DFD symbols
DFD symbols, stop state, multi state, stop state, state, multi state, state, start state, multi state, process, object state, object, multiple process, multi-state, loop, external interactor, external entity, entity relationship, entity, data store, data process, condition, class and object, class, DFD,
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The vector stencils library "Marketing" contains 30 marketing icons.
Use it to design your business and finance illustrations and infographics with ConceptDraw PRO diagramming and vector drawing software.
The vector stencils library "Marketing" is included in the Business and Finance solution from the Illustration area of ConceptDraw Solution Park.
Target
Target, target,
International sales
International sales, globe, international sales,
Shopping cart
Shopping cart, shopping cart,
Sign post
Sign post, sign post,
Pointing hand
Pointing hand, pointing hand,
First place
First place, first place,
Market label
Market label, market label, badge,
Umbrella
Umbrella, umbrella,
Balance scales
Balance scales, balance scales,
Rocket
Rocket, rocket,
Airplane
Airplane, airplane,
Truck
Truck, truck,
Train
Train, train, subway,
Ship
Ship, ship,
Oil extraction
Oil extraction, oil extraction,
Oil barrel
Oil barrel, oil barrel,
Wooden barrel
Wooden barrel, wooden barrel,
Empty box
Empty box, empty box,
Full box
Full box, full box,
Building blocks
Building blocks, building blocks,
Stack of papers
Stack of papers, stack of papers,
Clipboard
Clipboard, clipboard,
Sunglasses
Sunglasses, sunglasses,
Thermometer
Thermometer, thermometer,
Question mark
Question mark, question mark,
Check mark
Check mark, check mark,
Cross mark
Cross mark, cross mark,
NO sign
NO sign, no sign,
Warning sign
Warning sign, warning sign,
Stop sign
Stop sign, stop sign,
Used Solutions

Cross Functional Flowchart Symbols

Cross Functional Flowchart Symbols *
The excellent possibility to create attractive Cross Functional Flowcharts for step-by-step visualization the operations of a business process flow of any degree of detailing is offered by ConceptDraw’s Cross-Functional Flowcharts solution. The extensive selection of commonly used vector cross functional flowchart symbols allow you to demonstrate the document flow in organization, to represent each team member’s responsibilities and how processes get shared or transferred between different teams and departments.
The vector stencils library Map symbols contains 19 icons for labeling the maps using the ConceptDraw PRO diagramming and vector drawing software.
The vector stencils library Subway map contains 41 shapes for creating the subway (tube, metro) maps using the ConceptDraw PRO.
"The various features shown on a map are represented by conventional signs or symbols. For example, colors can be used to indicate a classification of roads. Those signs are usually explained in the margin of the map, or on a separately published characteristic sheet.
Some cartographers prefer to make the map cover practically the entire screen or sheet of paper, leaving no room "outside" the map for information about the map as a whole. These cartographers typically place such information in an otherwise "blank" region "inside" the map -- cartouche, map legend, title, compass rose, bar scale, etc. In particular, some maps contain smaller "sub-maps" in otherwise blank regions—often one at a much smaller scale showing the whole globe and where the whole map fits on that globe, and a few showing "regions of interest" at a larger scale in order to show details that wouldn't otherwise fit." [Map. Wikipedia]
The example "Design elements - Subway map, Map symbols" is included in the Directional Maps solution from the Maps area of ConceptDraw Solution Park.
Map symbols
Map symbols, viewpoint, transfer station, stop, station, scale, ruins, line, junction, curiosity, crossing, corner, compass, direction, church, cathedral, castle, North, 4-way, 3-way,
Used Solutions
This cross-functional (deployment) flowchart example was redesigned from the Wikimedia Commons file: Approvals.svg.
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This file is made available under the Creative Commons CC0 1.0 Universal Public Domain Dedication. [creativecommons.org/ publicdomain/ zero/ 1.0/ deed.en]
"The swim lane flowchart differs from other flowcharts in that processes and decisions are grouped visually by placing them in lanes. Parallel lines divide the chart into lanes, with one lane for each person, group or subprocess. Lanes are labelled to show how the chart is organized." [Swim lane. Wikipedia]
The swimlane diagram example "Business process swim lane flowchart - Approvals" was drawn using the ConceptDraw PRO diagramming and business graphics software extended with the Business Process Mapping solution from the Business Processes area of ConceptDraw Solution Park.
Cross-functional flowchart
Cross-functional flowchart, swim lanes, stop, start, terminator, process, step, operation, flow line, arrow, connector, decision,
Used Solutions
The vector stencils library "Business process flowcharts" contains 22 process flow symbols.
Use it for business process mapping with ConceptDraw PRO diagramming and business graphics software.
"Flowchart is a primary type of business process mapping. It consists of some symbols such as arrows, circle, diamond, box, oval or rectangle. The type of Flowchart just described is sometimes referred to as a “detailed” flowchart because it includes in detail, the inputs, activities, decision points, and outputs of any process." [Business process mapping. Wikipedia]
The process flow symbols example "Design elements - Business process flowcharts" is included in the Business Process Mapping solution from the Business Processes area of ConceptDraw Solution Park.
Process flow symbols
Process flow symbols, stored data, stop, start, terminator, raw materials storage, extract, measurement, process, step, operation, process, preparation, predefined process, multi-document, material handling, manual operation, manual input, logical OR, inspection, measurement, quality check, connector, input, output, data, flow line, arrow, connector, finished goods storage, merge, storage, document, display, delay, wait, decision, database, magnetic disk, alternate process,
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Electrical Symbols — VHF UHF SHF

Electrical Symbols — VHF UHF SHF *
Ultra high frequency (UHF) is the ITU designation for radio frequencies in the range between 300 MHz and 3 GHz, also known as the decimetre band as the wavelengths range from one meter to one decimetre. Radio waves with frequencies above the UHF band fall into the SHF (super-high frequency) or microwave frequency range. Lower frequency signals fall into the VHF (very high frequency) or lower bands. UHF radio waves propagate mainly by line of sight; they are blocked by hills and large buildings although the transmission through building walls is strong enough for indoor reception. They are used for television broadcasting, cell phones, satellite communication including GPS, personal radio services including Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, walkie-talkies, cordless phones, and numerous other applications. 26 libraries of the Electrical Engineering Solution of ConceptDraw DIAGRAM make your electrical diagramming simple, efficient, and effective. You can simply and quickly drop the ready-to-use objects from libraries into your document to create the electrical diagram.
The vector stencils library "Flow chart" contains 22 flowchart notation symbols.
Use it to draw your flow charts with ConceptDraw PRO software.
The flowchart symbols example "Design elements - Flow chart" is included in Сlassic Business Process Modeling solution from Business Processes area of ConceptDraw Solution Park.
Vector stencils
Vector stencils, stored data, stop, start, terminator, raw materials storage, extract, measurement, process, step, operation, process, preparation, predefined process, multi-document, material handling, manual operation, manual input, logical OR, inspection, measurement, quality check, connector, input, output, data, flow line, arrow, connector, finished goods storage, merge, storage, document, display, delay, wait, decision, database, magnetic disk, alternate process,
Used Solutions

Cross Functional Flowchart

Cross Functional Flowchart *
ConceptDraw DIAGRAM extended with Cross-Functional Flowcharts Solution from the Business Processes Area is the best software for quick and easy designing Cross Functional Flowchart of any complexity. Make sure in it right now!

Process Flowchart

Process Flowchart
The main reason of using Process Flowchart or PFD is to show relations between major parts of the system. Process Flowcharts are used in process engineering and chemical industry where there is a requirement of depicting relationships between major components only and not include minor parts. Process Flowcharts for single unit or multiple units differ in their structure and implementation. ConceptDraw DIAGRAM is Professional business process mapping software for making Process flowcharts, Process flow diagram, Workflow diagram, flowcharts and technical illustrations for business documents and also comprehensive visio for mac application. Easier define and document basic work and data flows, financial, production and quality management processes to increase efficiency of your business with ConcepDraw DIAGRAM. Business process mapping software with Flowchart Maker ConceptDraw DIAGRAM includes extensive drawing tools, rich examples and templates, process flowchart symbols and shape libraries, smart connectors that allow you create the flowcharts of complex processes, process flow diagrams, procedures and information exchange. Process Flowchart Solution is project management workflow tools which is part ConceptDraw Project marketing project management software. Drawing charts, diagrams, and network layouts has long been the monopoly of Microsoft Visio, making Mac users to struggle when needing such visio alternative like visio for mac, it requires only to view features, make a minor edit to, or print a diagram or chart. Thankfully to MS Visio alternative like ConceptDraw DIAGRAM software, this is cross-platform charting and business process management tool, now visio alternative for making sort of visio diagram is not a problem anymore however many people still name it business process visio tools.
How To Create a Process Flow Chart (business process modelling techniques)
How To Create a Process Flow Chart (business process modelling techniques)

Electrical Symbols — Switches and Relays

Electrical Symbols — Switches and Relays in ConceptDraw DIAGRAM
In electrical engineering, a switch is an electrical component that can break an electrical circuit, interrupting the current or diverting it from one conductor to another. The mechanism of a switch may be operated directly by a human operator to control a circuit (for example, a light switch or a keyboard button), may be operated by a moving object such as a door-operated switch, or may be operated by some sensing element for pressure, temperature or flow. A relay is a switch that is operated by electricity. Switches are made to handle a wide range of voltages and currents; very large switches may be used to isolate high-voltage circuits in electrical substations. 26 libraries of the Electrical Engineering Solution of ConceptDraw DIAGRAM make your electrical diagramming simple, efficient, and effective. You can simply and quickly drop the ready-to-use objects from libraries into your document to create the electrical diagram.
The vector stencils library "Sales steps" contains 23 workflow step symbols.
Use it to design your sales flowcharts, workflow diagrams and process charts by the ConceptDraw PRO diagramming and vector drawing software.
"Workflow is the movement of information or material from one activity or worksite to another. Workflow includes the procedures, people and tools involved in each step of a business process. A single workflow may either be sequential, with each step contingent upon completion of the previous one, or parallel, with multiple steps occurring simultaneously. Multiple combinations of single workflows may be connected to achieve a resulting overall process." [Business process. Wikipedia]
The shapes example "Design elements - Sales steps" is included in the Sales Flowcharts solution from the Marketing area of ConceptDraw Solution Park.
Workflow step symbols
Workflow step symbols, synchronization, stop, shipping, secure payment, run, refuse, receive, question, problem, presentation, phone, pay, meeting, manual filling, log in, hand over, commit, checkout, checkbox, attention, analyze, agree, accept,
Used Solutions

Sales Process Steps

Sales Process Steps *
Sales process engineering is a complex and labour-intensive process which requires a lot of time, efforts, and powerful software. We recommend to use the ConceptDraw DIAGRAM software enhanced with Sales Flowcharts solution from the Marketing area of ConceptDraw Solution Park. It gives the possibility to easy illustrate all sales process steps and their results.