Node Types

Marks the starting point of the process. Every diagram must have exactly one Start node.

Tip: give it a descriptive name, e.g. "Request received".

Marks the end point of the process. A diagram can have multiple End nodes to represent different outcomes.

Example: "Request approved" and "Request rejected" as two separate End nodes.

Represents a task or activity performed in the process. It is the most common node type.

Use action verbs: "Review invoice", "Send email", "Validate data".

Represents a branching point where the flow can take different paths depending on a condition. Diamond-shaped.

Label each outgoing arrow with its condition: "Yes", "No", "> €1000", etc.

Represents an activity that has its own detailed process diagram. Allows complex processes to be broken down into manageable sub-processes.

Connection point between different parts of the diagram. Useful for joining flows from different paths without a decision node.

Represents a document generated or consumed in the process. Its wavy bottom border visually distinguishes it from a process node.

Example: "Signed contract", "Monthly report".

Represents a database, storage system or repository where data is stored or retrieved during the process.

Represents a preparation or setup activity. Its hexagonal shape indicates it is a preliminary step before the main activity.

Represents a task performed manually, without automation. The parallelogram shape indicates direct human intervention.

A text node without a defined shape. Useful for adding annotations, notes or clarifications to the diagram without altering the flow.

A dashed grouping rectangle. Allows visually grouping a set of related nodes within the same diagram.