I’ve been working on a modified version of Visio’s built-in ERD shapes. They have a fresh look and streamlined features. I think you’ll like them!
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Ordered List Shapes
I frequently have the need to get text into separate boxes in Visio. And often I need those boxes to have some sort of incremented series, such as 1, 2, 3, or A, B, C. I’ve built some SmartShapes to help ease my pain, and I’m sharing them with you today!
Extreme Scales in Visio
Since we’re all stuck inside, I recently decided to go exploring. No, not outside, but to the outer reaches of Visio scaled drawings!
Dynamic Updating Org Charts in Visio!
I just found a great video that showcases a new feature where Visio organization charts are automatically built and updated within Excel, using Excel data! [Read more…] about Dynamic Updating Org Charts in Visio!
Hex Snap & Glue Shapes
I’ve created a few Visio SmartShapes that can be easily snapped and glued into hexagonal patterns! Check it out!
Radial List Shape
Visio list shapes are pretty cool, but they only work in straight lines. I’ve attempted to make a list shape that allows you to place and reorder items around a circle. It’s a bit of a hack, but it works!
Visio 2010 Videos Resurface!
The 41 companion videos for my book Using Microsoft Visio 2010 have secured a new lease on life, and are now freely available to all!
Word Equation to Visio to SVG
I ran across a scenario where I needed to get a Word equation into Visio, and have it export to SVG. This is the story of my investigation.
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I’ve created a fancy calculator shape that evaluates mathematical expressions, and allows you to save the results, like the ticker-tape on an adding machine!
[Read more…] about Calculator with Log SmartShapeVisio Year Calendar for 2019
I’ve just finished a set of single-page, entire-year calendars in various paper sizes for your downloading pleasure. As usual, the drawings are packed with features that you are free to completely ignore!