VCL Flow Chart Control

• Apr 26, 2023
• 2 minutes to read

The VCL Flow Chart control includes various shapes that allow you to create charts and diagrams. The control combines a diagram viewer with a full-featured end-user designer.

Refer to the following topic for step-by-step instructions on how to create a chart: ExpressFlowChart - Getting Started

Built-In and Custom XML-Based Shapes

The control’s repository includes the following XML-based shapes:

• Basic Shapes
• Basic Flowchart Shapes
• Arrow Shapes
• Decorative Shapes
• SDL-diagram Shapes
• Custom Shapes

Refer to the following topics for more information on XML-based shapes:

• Custom Shape Structure
• Custom Shapes Tutorial

Auxiliary Grid

You can enable the grid and reference elements that allow users to position, align, and resize chart elements more precisely.

Chart Element Options

Each chart consists of chart symbols and connections. A user can create, rearrange, and customize these elements.

Options include:

• Chart symbol rotation

• Auto-route mode for connections

• Chart element antialiasing

• Ability to group and change chart symbol z-order

Refer to the TdxFcObject and TdxFcConnection class descriptions for an extended list of available options.

Chart Load and Save Options

You can load a chart from a file or stream and save the chart to a file or stream.

Built-In Chart Element Editors

The control includes the Ribbon-Based FlowChart Editor Dialog that allows users to customize a chart.

Refer to the following topic for more information on editor options: Built-In Chart Element Editors

Skin Support

You can apply skins to the control or use built-in look-and-feel settings.