Excalidraw is a virtual whiteboard tool that enables you to create hand-drawn style diagrams and sketches. Unlike traditional diagramming tools that produce rigid, computer-generated graphics, Excalidraw maintains a natural, sketchy aesthetic that makes diagrams feel more approachable and human. This tool is perfect for brainstorming, wireframing, and creating informal technical diagrams.
In Diagramming AI, we've enhanced Excalidraw with AI capabilities, allowing you to generate complex infographics and diagrams from natural language descriptions. The AI understands your intent and creates structured visual representations while maintaining the hand-drawn style that makes Excalidraw unique.
To use Excalidraw in Diagramming AI, switch the diagram language button from "Mermaid" to "Excalidraw" in the diagram rendering area.
One of the most powerful features of Excalidraw in Diagramming AI is the ability to generate complex infographics using AI. When creating a new diagram, you can select templates or choose "No Templates" to generate from scratch.
When using the "No Templates" option, we strongly recommend using the "Format Input" feature. This tool optimizes your prompt for infographic generation, transforming your instructions into a format that produces the best visual results. The AI will better understand the structure, layout, and visual elements you want to include.
Example: AI-generated process flow infographic showing the journey from vision to diagram
Example: All-in-One diagram management platform infographic with central dashboard
For faster creation, you can also choose from pre-registered templates. These templates provide structured layouts for common infographic types, allowing the AI to fit your content into proven design patterns. This option is ideal when you need consistent formatting or have a specific visual style in mind.
Example: Pre-registered template showing AI features with colorful blocks layout
Once your diagram is generated, Excalidraw provides intuitive visual editing tools:
Excalidraw diagrams can be exported in multiple formats:
While Diagramming AI supports multiple diagram languages, each has its strengths:
Choose Excalidraw when you want maximum creative freedom, a hand-drawn aesthetic, or need to create visually rich infographics with AI assistance.
Excalidraw in Diagramming AI includes several technical enhancements:
The combination of Excalidraw's intuitive interface with AI capabilities makes it a powerful tool for both quick sketches and detailed infographics, bridging the gap between ideation and professional visualization.