Are you a Mac user looking for a tool similar to Microsoft Visio? You're in luck! Lucidchart, a popular diagramming and design tool, offers import capabilities for Visio files. But how well does it perform? In this article, we'll dive into the details and explore whether Lucidchart is a suitable alternative to Visio.

Importing Visio Files

Lucidchart can import Visio files in several formats, including the pre-2013 binary or XML format, as well as the newer Open Packaging Convention zipped up XML format. I recently tested this feature with an earlier version of a document that I had created using Visio 2013's vsdx file format.

My Experience

I imported my Visio file into Lucidchart and was pleased to find that it retained most of its original features and formatting. However, I did notice some minor issues with the callouts, which seemed to be lost during the import process. Despite this, I was still able to work with the document effectively.

While Lucidchart can import Visio files, it's not a perfect solution for Mac users who are looking for a like-for-like replacement. In fact, I would caution against round-tripping Visio files through Lucidchart and back again, as you may be disappointed with the results.

If you're a serious user of Visio for high-quality vector graphics or business intelligence, it's worth waiting for Microsoft to develop a native Visio application for Mac. Until then, Lucidchart can serve as a decent alternative, but don't expect it to replicate all of Visio's features and functionality.

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