Mermaid Diagram Editor

Create flowcharts, sequence diagrams, and more with Mermaid syntax. Live preview with SVG and PNG export.

Input — Mermaid Syntax
Preview — Diagram
Type Mermaid syntax on the left to see the diagram

How to Create Diagrams with Mermaid

  1. 1
    Write Mermaid syntax

    Type or paste Mermaid diagram syntax into the editor. Choose from flowcharts, sequence diagrams, class diagrams, and more.

  2. 2
    Preview in real time

    The diagram renders instantly as you type. Syntax errors are highlighted to help you fix issues quickly.

  3. 3
    Export as SVG or PNG

    Click Export to download your diagram as an SVG or PNG file for use in documentation, presentations, or the web.

Why Use Our Mermaid Diagram Editor

  • Supports flowcharts, sequence diagrams, class diagrams, Gantt charts, and more
  • Live preview updates instantly as you type — no build step needed
  • Export diagrams as SVG for scalable graphics or PNG for raster images
  • Syntax error highlighting helps you catch and fix issues quickly
  • GitHub-compatible Mermaid code you can paste directly into README files
  • Runs entirely in your browser — your diagrams stay private

Common Use Cases

Architecture Diagrams

Create system architecture and flowchart diagrams for technical documentation and design reviews.

API Flow Documentation

Build sequence diagrams to document API request flows and service interactions.

Project Planning

Use Gantt charts to visualize project timelines and milestones in Markdown-compatible format.

Database Design

Create ER diagrams to document database schemas and entity relationships.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mermaid diagram editor.

What diagram types does the Mermaid editor support?
The editor supports flowcharts, sequence diagrams, class diagrams, state diagrams, Gantt charts, pie charts, ER diagrams, and more — everything supported by the Mermaid.js library.
Can I export diagrams as SVG or PNG?
Yes. You can export your diagram as an SVG for scalable vector graphics or as a PNG image for use in presentations, documentation, or social media.
Does it support live preview?
Yes. The diagram updates in real time as you type your Mermaid syntax. Errors are highlighted so you can fix them immediately.
Can I use Mermaid diagrams in GitHub?
Yes. GitHub natively renders Mermaid syntax in Markdown files. You can copy the Mermaid code and paste it into fenced code blocks in your README or documentation.
Is my diagram data private?
Yes. All rendering happens entirely in your browser using Mermaid.js. Your diagram code is never sent to any server.