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• Communication: They provide a simple, universal way to explain complex ideas to
others, even if they aren't experts.

Flowchart Symbols and Their Functions

To create a flowchart, different shapes, or boxes, are used. These boxes are then connected

to each other by flow lines to show the sequence of steps.

it is used in the beginning and ending
Start/Stop Box
of a Flowchart.

It is used for accepting inputs or giving
Input/ Output Box
output of the program.

It is used for writing the processing
Processing Box
instructions and doing calculations.

It is used for checking or applying any
Decision/Condition Box
condition in the program.

Flow lines show the direction in which
the program is moving. These arrows
Flow Lines
are used to connect the various
geometrical symbols in a flowchart.

These are used to connect one part of
Connectors
flow chart to another

Flowcharts are like treasure maps for solving problems! They help break down complex
quests into bite-sized, manageable steps. By using symbols and arrows to guide the way,
flowcharts make it easier to spot errors or inefficiencies along the path.

Flowchart Rules

1. Top to Bottom Trek: Flowcharts usually proceeds from top to bottom.

2. Connected Paths: Boxes are linked with arrows to show the flow.

3. One Entry, One Exit (Mostly): Each box typically has one entry and one exit-except for
decision points!
4. Decision Points: Two Paths Ahead!: Decision symbols branch out into two paths.

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