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All About Microsoft Visio® for Diagrams
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Discover the essentials of Microsoft Visio diagramming software. Learn about Visio's uses, versions, pricing, and potential Visio alternatives to save you time and money.
Visio file formats
As of 2013, Visio uses VSDX and VSDM file formats, based on the Open Packaging Conventions standard. These consist of a group of XML files inside a Zip file. The only difference between the two types is that VSDM files may contain macros.
Everything you need to make a diagram
In addition to our online diagram maker, Lucidchart offers support and training resources to help you branch out to any type of diagram.
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