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We're excited to announce Quick Connect Mode in Modeldraw v2.16.0 – create connections between shapes with simple click-and-drag motions directly from shape edges. How It Works Hover over any shape's border Click and drag to your target shape Release to create the connection The system automatically suggests appropriate connection types based on your diagram context. Supported Diagrams Quick Connect Mode is available in: UML : Class, State Machine, Activity, and Use Case diagrams Flowcharts : Process flows and decision trees Generic : Custom workflows and concept maps Why It Matters Faster workflow – no tool switching required Intuitive – drag connections like drawing on paper Smart suggestions – automatically chooses proper connection types Better collaboration – spend more time on ideas, less on interface Get Started Quick Connect Mode is automatically enabled in supported diagram types. Just hover over any shape's border and drag to create ...

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.