Create a Cause and Effect Diagram

A cause and effect diagram is an established tool for visualizing the root causes of business problems. Try a free, customizable template in Lucidchart today! In addition to our pre-made cause and effect diagram example, Lucidchart has several diagram templates for business, including BPMN and SWOT analysis. Sign up for a risk-free trial today!

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Make a cause and effect diagram in Lucidchart

To create a cause and effect diagram in Lucidchart, click this pre-made template and edit it to suit your purposes. This marketing-oriented chart shows potential causes of low website traffic. The spine and branches of the diagram are made of straight lines—to add more, press L and drag your mouse. To edit the text, double-click it and begin typing. The color scheme is also easily customizable from the Graphics panel.

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What is a cause and effect diagram?

A cause and effect diagram is also known as a Ishikawa diagram, after its creator, Kaoru Ishikawa. It is a versatile diagram for mapping out possible contributors to a problem in your business. Sharing a cause and effect diagram with your team can help with brainstorming, project management, and problem solving.

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Because Lucidchart's free diagram software is web-based, there's no download or installation required, so you can use it from any computer. Plus, the simple interface lets you skip the learning curve.
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Import a Visio file with the click of a button. Once it's uploaded, you can view the file and make your own edits with our easy-to-use tools. We even offer a free Visio viewer Chrome extension!
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Real-time collaboration allows you to work simultaneously with your team members and make sure they’re on the same page. It’s also easy to chat and comment right in the editor. Create your flowchart online with ease.
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When it’s finished, publish your flowchart as a PDF or image and easily include it in a report, presentation, or web page. You can even embed diagrams into a webpage or promote it on social media.