Mermaid extension for Zoho Writer

Mermaid Extension to Create Diagrams from Text

Zoho Writer’s Mermaid extension allows you to create visually engaging documents by embedding flowcharts and diagrams. With its markup-based approach, this extension is designed to simplify your documentation process and enhance team collaboration.

Key features  

  1. Visualize complex information clearly using flowcharts and diagrams.
  2. Leverage simple markup syntax to define and generate professional-quality diagrams.
  3. Avoid the need for external tools; create, edit, and embed visuals directly within Zoho Writer.

Benefits  

  1. Create and embed diagrams directly within Zoho Writer, streamlining your workflow.
  2. Share documents with diagrams to ensure clear and effective communication among team members.
 

How to use the Mermaid extension  

  1. In the Writer document, click the Extensions icon located at the right corner of the editor, and click the Mermaid extension.



  2. Use Mermaid’s markup language to create diagrams such as:
    1. Flowchart: Create process diagrams to map workflows or decision-making steps.
    2. Sequence: Illustrate the sequence of messages or events in system interactions.
    3. Class: Define and represent classes and their relationships in object-oriented design.
    4. State: Model states and transitions in a system or process lifecycle.
    5. ER (Entity-Relationship): Design database structures with entities, relationships, and attributes.
    6. Gantt: Plan and track project timelines, tasks, and dependencies.
    7. Pie Chart: Visualize proportions or percentages in a circular pie chart format.
    8. Git Graph: Represent branches, commits, and workflows in Git version control.
    9. Mindmap: Organize and visualize ideas in a hierarchical tree-like structure.
    10. Quadrant Chart: Analyze data by categorizing it into four quadrants based on specific criteria.
    11. XY Chart: Plot data points on X and Y axes for trend analysis or correlation studies.
    12. Packet: Simulate network packet flows and data exchanges in a communication system.

  3. Refer to the Mermaid syntax guide for detailed instructions.
  4. Preview the diagram in real-time as you write the markup. Once ready, insert the diagram into your document.

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