Flowchart

Flow Chart

Flow Chart Defined

A flow chart is a graphical or symbolic representation of a process. Each step in the process is represented by a different symbol and contains a short description of the process step. The flow chart symbols are linked together with arrows showing the process flow direction.

Common Flowchart Symbols 

• Terminator :-  An oval flow chart shape indicating the start or end of the process.
• Process :-  A rectangular flow chart shape indicating a normal process flow step.
• Decision :- A diamond flow chart shape indication a branch in the process flow.
• Connector :-  A small, labeled, circular flow chart shape used to indicate a jump in the process flow.
• Data :-  A parallelogram that indicates data input or output (I/O) for a process.
• Document :-  Used to indicate a document or report.

A simple flow chart showing the symbols described above can be seen below.