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We're excited to announce System Architecture Diagrams in Modeldraw v2.15.0 – design and document software systems with professional visual components. Professional Icon Library System Architecture Diagrams feature 50+ professional icons based on the Solace EDA icon set , including: APIs & Protocols : REST methods and messaging protocols Cloud Technologies : AWS, Azure, Kubernetes, Docker Applications & Devices : Servers, mobile devices, IoT sensors Infrastructure : Buildings, locations, enterprise platforms Perfect for Technical Teams Document microservices architectures, cloud deployments, and enterprise integrations with industry-standard symbols. Built with real-time collaboration – free for teams of any size.

We're excited to announce Network Diagrams in Modeldraw v2.14.0 – enabling IT professionals and network engineers to design, document, and visualize network infrastructure with professional topology diagrams. Industry-Standard Cisco Icons Network Diagrams feature 44 professional shapes based on industry-standard Cisco topology icons , organized in three categories: Network Basics : Routers, switches, firewalls, and core devices Standard Business Network : Access points, VoIP phones, and connectivity options Advanced Infrastructure : Load balancers, security appliances, and enterprise equipment Professional Network Documentation Create clear network topologies with intelligent connection types including Ethernet, WiFi, Fiber, and VPN. Color-coded link styling ensures clean, professional documentation that meets industry standards. Perfect for network planning, documentation, troubleshooting, and compliance requirements – with real-time collaboration free for teams.

We're excited to announce the release of Customer Journey Map in Modeldraw! Now you can create compelling visual stories that track customer emotions and touchpoints throughout their experience. What Makes Our Customer Journey Map Different? Instead of static tables, our Customer Journey Map uses interactive emotion curves that show how customers feel at each stage of their journey. Click to add emotion points, drag to adjust sentiment levels, and watch your customer story come to life with smooth, color-coded curves. Key Features: Interactive Emotion Curve - Click and drag to map customer feelings across journey stages Touchpoint Integration - Drag website, mobile, email, and store icons directly onto the emotion curve Pain Points & Opportunities - Mark problem areas and improvement opportunities with visual indicators Flexible Stages - Customize journey stages to match your specific customer experience Visual Storytelling - Create presentations that communica...

We're excited to announce that you can now try Modeldraw instantly without any signup required. Experience our full diagramming platform immediately at modeldraw.com/draw . Start Drawing Right Away Create professional diagrams instantly with: Immediate access to all diagram types Auto-save functionality to preserve your work Full export capabilities (PNG, PDF, SVG) Seamless upgrade to full account when ready Enhanced Keyboard Shortcuts We've also added keyboard shortcuts for UML diagrams to speed up your workflow: Ctrl+C : Add Class Ctrl+U : Add Use Case Ctrl+A : Add Class Association Work faster with direct keyboard access to common UML elements. Improved Onboarding New users can now experience Modeldraw's complete capabilities before creating an account. Your work is automatically preserved when you decide to sign up, ensuring nothing is lost during the transition. Perfect for teams wanting to evaluate our platform or individuals needing quick dia...

We're excited to announce the Quick Properties Panel – a contextual editing feature that streamlines diagram workflows and reduces editing friction across all diagram types. Edit Properties Right Where You Need Them The Quick Properties Panel appears directly next to selected shapes, providing instant access to: Color controls : Background, border, and text color pickers Shape-specific properties : Up to 5 main properties based on the selected element Immediate updates : Changes apply instantly without modal dialogs Faster, More Intuitive Workflow No more interrupting your creative flow with popup dialogs. Edit shape properties while maintaining visual context with your diagram, making adjustments feel natural and immediate. The panel intelligently positions itself near selected shapes and adapts its content based on what you're editing – whether it's UML classes, flowchart processes, or network components. Available Across All Diagram Types Quick Properties P...

We're excited to announce Organizational Charts – comprehensive capabilities to visualize company structure and team relationships with flexible layout options. Professional Organizational Structure Diagrams Create clear org charts that showcase: Company hierarchy and reporting relationships Flexible layout options to accommodate any organizational structure Staff position support with configurable arrangements Perfect for HR and Team Management Whether you're planning organizational changes, onboarding new employees, or presenting company structure to stakeholders, Organizational Charts provide the visual clarity teams need. Design everything from simple team structures to complex enterprise hierarchies with intuitive drag-and-drop functionality and professional styling. Built for Team Collaboration Like all Modeldraw features, Organizational Charts include real-time collaboration – perfect for HR teams working together on restructuring projects or managers up...