The go-to, online diagram maker with real-time collaboration

Mural makes diagramming and mapping intuitive, quick, and collaborative. Easily create polished, professional diagrams and maps as a standalone resource or as part of a broader, collaborative project. To get started, add sticky notes, shapes, and connectors in order to build a diagram in minutes. Enable connector points for faster creation when building mind maps and diagrams, and copy and paste whole sections to construct a custom framework — no technical knowledge required.

Mural offers free templates that help you get started with diagrams. Quickly build sequences with our Sequence Diagramming template, or search hundreds of additional free templates in our Template Library.

It's easy to add collaborators with Mural. You can embed or export your mural to share with your teams, or invite collaborators by sharing links and setting permissions. Mural is an easy and intuitive platform, so anyone can contribute, regardless of technical expertise — this means your team will be more actively engaged in the process and you'll be able to capture valuable feedback from every collaborator.

A good diagram is one that effectively communicates information and ideas in a clear and concise manner. Here are some key characteristics of a good diagram:

1. Clarity: A good diagram should be easy to understand and interpret. It should use clear labels, symbols, and colors to convey information without ambiguity.
2. Simplicity: Keeping the diagram simple and uncluttered is important. Avoid unnecessary details or excessive complexity that may confuse the viewer.
3. Relevance: A good diagram should focus on the most important elements and relationships relevant to the topic or purpose. It should highlight the key information while omitting irrelevant details.
4. Consistency: Maintaining consistency in the design and layout of the diagram helps in creating a cohesive visual representation. Consistent use of shapes, colors, and fonts enhances readability and comprehension.
5. Accuracy: The diagram should accurately represent the information or concept it intends to convey. It should be based on accurate data and reflect the correct relationships between elements.

There are various types of diagrams that can be created using Mural's online diagram builder. Here are a few examples:

Flowcharts

Flowcharts are commonly used to represent the flow of a process, showing the sequence of steps and decision points.

Mind maps

Mind maps are visual representations of ideas or concepts, with a central topic branching out into subtopics and related ideas.

Org charts

Org charts illustrate the hierarchical structure of an organization, showing the relationships and reporting lines between different roles and departments.

Wireframes

Wireframes are used in user experience (UX) design to outline the layout and structure of a website or application, helping to visualize the user interface and interactions.

Schematic diagrams

Schematic diagrams depict the connections and relationships between different devices, systems, or components in a network infrastructure.

Venn diagrams

Venn diagrams use overlapping circles to show the commonalities and differences between sets or groups of items.

Yes! Mural's free plan allows for the creation of up to three murals, plus unlimited visitors. We also have tiered pricing to serve the collaboration needs of organizations of all sizes.