SmartDraw For Dummies (PDF)

Diagrams, organizational charts, flowcharts, even floor plans
-- they're all types of business graphics. Only one tool
does 'em all: SmartDraw. SmartDraw For Dummies shows
you how this business graphics software helps you make boring
presentations exciting and how to create graphics that can help you
sell, manage, inform, motivate, and more.

You'll learn how to set up the program, navigate its
somewhat unique interface, and work with SmartDraw's
thousands of templates. You don't need artistic talent, just
this handy guide and the extended, fully functional trial version
of SmartDraw that's on the bonus CD!

* Use SmartDraw templates to create org charts, flowcharts,
express charts, mind maps, Live Maps, and more

* Dress up your graphics with color, effects, and design
themes

* Learn to integrate your graphics into Microsoft Office
applications and animate graphics for cool PowerPoint
presentations

* Explore SmartDraw diagrams for Web pages and e-mail
newsletters

* Import SmartDraw graphics into Word and Excel documents

* Take advantage of extra software and additional templates,
sample drawings and flowcharts, image editing tools, maps, and
flyers on the CD

You'll also find graphics guidelines to help you create
more effective charts and presentations, plus tips on using color
and images to your advantage. Written by a Microsoft PowerPoint MVP
and a SmartDraw vice president, SmartDraw For Dummies helps
you banish boring charts forever!

Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are
not included as part of eBook file.