SYMBOL NAME OF

SYMBOL
FUNCTION
Represents a set of operations
Process that changes value, form, or
location of data.
The arrow is used to guide the
Arrow viewer along their flowcharting
path.
Marks the starting or ending point
Terminator of the system. It usually contains
the word "Start" or "End."
Shows a conditional operation that
Decision determines which one of the two
paths the program will take. The
operation is commonly a yes/no
question or true/false test.
Represents material or
Input/Output information entering or leaving the
Symbol system, such as customer order
(input) or a product (output).
Indicates a sequence of actions
Predefined that perform a specific task
embedded within a larger process.

Process This sequence of actions could be

described in more detail on a
separate flowchart.
A printed document or report.
Document
Multiple Documents Represents multiple documents
in the process

Represents measurement in the

Measurement process

Indicates a step where two or

Merge more sub-lists or sub-processes
become one
Indicates that the flow continues
Connector where a matching symbol
(containing the same letter) has
been placed.
 Indicates a list of information with
Database a standard structure that allows
for searching and sorting.
Information being shown to the
Display user.