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Description
Edraw Max is a versatile diagramming tool that enables users to create a wide range of visual representations, including flow charts, mind maps, organizational charts, network diagrams, and floor plans, all supported by an extensive collection of examples and templates. This powerful all-in-one software caters to various needs, whether you're designing flowcharts, fishbone diagrams, or even office layouts, ensuring that you find exactly what you require. Notably, its affordability sets it apart from other similar tools on the market. With thousands of professionally crafted templates available, you can quickly get inspired and kickstart your design process. Additionally, Edraw Max boasts excellent file compatibility, allowing for easy import of Visio files and export of your creations in numerous familiar formats like PDF, Word, PPT, and JPEG. The software empowers you to effortlessly produce over 280 different types of diagrams, ranging from technical illustrations to engaging infographics, proving to be a superior alternative to Visio in many aspects. Overall, Edraw Max is an indispensable resource for anyone looking to enhance their diagramming capabilities and improve their workflow efficiency.
Description
Mind Map Maker for Excel is a native Windows desktop Excel-based app that turns plain-text lists and Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) data into visual mind maps, org charts, and flowcharts directly inside Microsoft Excel (2016+).
Engineered for technical users, analysts, and project managers who want to eliminate manual shape drawing, the add-in uses a local calculation engine to determine geometric node placement, spacing, and connector path routing automatically.
Technical Overview & Key Capabilities:
• Local Execution & Data Privacy: Runs on-premise as a native COM add-in. All diagram calculations occur locally on your machine—no spreadsheet data is transmitted to external cloud servers or third-party web whiteboards.
• Automated Layout Engine: Reads hierarchical text rows or WBS codes (e.g., 1.1, 1.2) to calculate layout geometry, position shapes, and draw straight, elbow, or curved connector lines with zero manual drag-and-drop.
• Native Office Shape Export: Renders diagrams using standard Microsoft Office graphic objects. Generated charts can be copied and pasted directly into Word or PowerPoint as fully editable, native shapes without losing formatting or requiring add-in installation for viewers.
• Ribbon UI Integration: Adds a dedicated tab to the Excel ribbon with single-click tools to insert, delete, reorder, elevate (Make Parent), or demote (Make Child) node tiers and filter tree rendering depth (Levels 1–5).
• Distribution & Compatibility: Distributed via official Microsoft Store and Microsoft Marketplace channels. Supports Windows 10/11 (X86/X64) and desktop Office 2016 or newer ($2.99/mo, fully functional free trial available).
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
Pricing Details
$99 per user per year
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
Yes
Pricing Details
$2.99
Monthly subscription. Volume discounts are available through Microsoft Marketplace. 7-day (Microsoft Store) or 30-day (Microsoft Marketplace) free trial.
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
Wondershare
Founded
2003
Country
China
Website
www.edrawsoft.com/edraw-max/
Vendor Details
Company Name
Uniform Software Limited
Founded
2008
Country
United Kingdom
Website
uniformsoftware.com/mind-map-maker
Product Features
Diagram
Data Import / Export
No
Drag & Drop
No
Flowchart
Yes
For Developers
No
Mind Map
Yes
Multi-User Collaboration
No
Organizational Charting
Yes
Templates
Yes
Floor Plan
2D Floor Plans
No
3D Floor Plans
No
Annotation
No
Diagram Templates
No
Document Management
No
Drafting
No
Drag & Drop
No
Lighting Control
No
Object Library
No
Rendering
No
Flowchart
Collaboration
No
Diagramming
No
Drag & Drop
No
Organizational Charting
No
Process Mapping
No
Revision Management
No
Templates
No
Text to Chart
No
Timeline
Bulk Editing
No
Collaboration Tools
No
Connections / Dependencies
No
Customize Look and Layout
No
Drag and Drop
No
For Business Processes
No
For Creative Writing
No
For Education
No
For Historical Data
No
For Legal Practitioners
No
For Project Management
No
For Sales
No
Layers
No
Milestones
No
Percent Complete Tracking
No
Privacy Controls
No
Product Features
Mind Mapping
Brainstorming
Yes
Flowchart
Yes
Presentation Tools
Yes
Project Planning
Yes
Publishing / Sharing
Yes
Templates
Yes