# 1.3 Flowchart Configuration and Left Menu

**FLOWCHART**

To view the flowchart of an existing process, click on its name in the "Name" column of the "Process Manager" section. (Figure 1)

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Figure 1

Within this section, you can configure all the elements included in the diagram by clicking directly on each one. (Figure 2 and Figure 3)

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Figure 2

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Figure 3

N.B.: The configuration of individual elements will be covered in subsequent chapters.

To make changes to the process diagram, click the "Edit Diagram" button. (Figure 4)

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Figure 5

The elements used to construct the process diagram can also be quickly selected through a shortcut menu that becomes available by clicking on a specific element already involved. (Figure 6)

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Figure 6

**LEFT MENU**

This is a menu that can be used while editing the process diagram and includes:

- A quick selection of the main elements available for creating processes
- A set of useful functions for the easy and organized creation of process flows

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**Hand Tool**

A useful tool for moving the view easily and efficiently.

**Lasso Tool**

A useful tool for moving a group of tasks/elements at the same time, making the organization and structuring of the flow easier and faster.

**Create/Remove Space Tool**

A useful tool for moving all tasks/elements at once, facilitating the easy and fast structuring of the flow.

**Start Event**

Allows you to select and use the Start Event.

**End Event**

Allows you to create and use the End Event.

**Intermediate/Boundary Event Timer**

Allows you to create and use the Intermediate/Boundary Event.

**Gateway**

Allows you to create and use Gateways.

**Task**

Allows you to create and use Tasks.

**Sub Process**

Allows you to create and use Sub Processes.

**DataObjectReference**

This symbol allows for an action that is currently not yet implemented.

NOTE: As of version 24.08, it has been completely removed.

**DataStoreReference**

This symbol allows for an action that is currently not yet implemented.

NOTE: As of version 24.08, it has been completely removed.

**Pool/Participant**

Allows you to create areas in which parts of the process flow can be inserted. New tasks/elements cannot be created or moved outside these areas. It is also possible to textually indicate the actors involved.

NOTE: As of version 24.08, it has been completely removed.