Flow chart
Level 2 Category
Definition
A type of diagram that represents a workflow or process in sequential order.
Related Terms
Process flow diagram, Pathway diagram
Example Image
LampFlowchart. SVG file, available at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:LampFlowchart.svg. Licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0.
Writing Alternative Text
Describe the sequence of steps or decisions, the directional connections between them, and any notable branches, loops, or pathways. If relevant to the process described, make sure to also mention the shape of each box/connecting line.
Example Alt Text
"Flow chart troubleshoots a lamp that does not work. First, ask whether the lamp is plugged in. If no, plug in the lamp. If yes, ask whether the bulb is burned out. If yes, replace the bulb. If no, repair the lamp. Decision steps appear in diamond shapes, actions in rounded rectangles, and arrows show the direction of each path."