Definition:Flow Chart

Definition
A flow chart is a graphical depiction of an algorithm in which the steps are depicted in the form of boxes connected together by arrows.

Conventionally, the shape of the box representing a step is dependent upon the type of operation encapsulated within the step:


 * Rectangular for an action


 * A different shape, conventionally a diamond, for a condition.

On, the preferred shape for condition boxes is rectangular with rounded corners. This is to maximise ease and neatness of presentation: configuring a description inside a diamond shaped boxes in order for it to be aesthetically pleasing can be challenging and tedious.

Also on, it is part of the accepted style to implement the start and end points of the algorithm using a box of a particular style, in this case with a double border.

Also known as
A flow chart is also known as a flow diagram.