JFDraw1.8.2

JFDraw is a feature-rich and accessible application focused on providing easy means to design vector graph charts and paintings. It can aid in completing your workflow charts or structure hierarchical diagrams.

Doesn't require a setup to work

As the program comes with all the configuration files into an archive, it can be carried on external devices, extracted and ran on any computer. You need to have Java installed, as the app won't start. In addition, it doesn't take much space on the drive, nor creates entries in the registry.

User-friendly and clean interface

It's wrapped in a neat and clear-cut layout with all the editing and formatting tools in plain sight, while the editor takes most of the space. Even novices can get accustomed with the functions in no time.

Insert geometrical and flow forms

If you used similar tools before and you have existing designs saved as JFX and JDF on the computer, they can be easily opened, if not, you can start from scratch. The app comes with a wide variety of shapes that you can use, such as lines, curves, diamond, parallelogram, rectangle, ellipse, circle or polygon.

Enter descriptive text and customize the forms

What's more, it's possible to insert multiple text boxes that can have custom font types, sizes, and colors, as well as enter images from the computer. Plus, JFDraw lets you set the start and end head of the lines, the line format, and the shapes fill color and gradient. The output can be saved as JDF or XML file, as well as exported as an image (JPG, PNG).

In conclusion

The bottom line is that JFDraw is a useful and intuitive tool that comes in handy for those who need a simple and uncomplicated app to create workflow charts, electronic or architectural diagrams.