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Microsoft Visio Comprehensive

Suitable for versions 365 / 2016

Whether you are a new user or have been using Visio for years, this course will vastly increase your understanding of Visio. Existing users will learn how to get the most out of Visio, break any bad habits, learn shortcuts and discover a massive range of hints and tips from our expert Visio trainers.

This course is designed for new or existing basic users of Microsoft Visio.
This course will guide delegates through the design and management of diagrams, workflows and charts. Delegates will also learn shortcuts and tips about how to use Visio in the most efficient way.
Getting started with Visio
 
  • The User Interface
  • The ribbons and toolbars
  • File tab
  • Starting a New blank File
  • New file from template
  • Standard File Types
  • Zoom Settings
  • The shapes pane
  • Other panes
  • Opening a Stencil
  • The right click menu

Drawing Basic shapes
  • Using the Drawing Tools
  • Drawing precise shapes (size and position Pane)
  • Selection Techniques
  • Adding shapes from stencils
  • Scale and Resize Objects
  • Duplicate Objects
  • Align Objects
  • Distribute Objects
  • Group Shapes
  • Rotate Objects
  • Connected Drawings
  • Create containers

Other mouse tools
  • Pointer tool
  • Connector tool
  • Connection point tool
  • Text tool
  • Rotate tool

Creating Flow Diagrams
  • Tips for Flowcharting
  • Using the Auto connect feature
  • Turning auto connect on/off
  • Adding a stencil
  • Understand Master Shapes
  • Placing Shapes
  • Connecting Shapes
  • Line Jumps
  • Create a Universal Connector
  • Text Features
  • Add Text To Shapes
  • Adjust Text Blocks
  • Enhance Drawing Elements
  • Format Text
  • Format Text Blocks
  • Format Shape Fills
  • Format Lines and outlines
  • Use themes
  • Use format effects
  • Create a Workspace File
  • Replace a Shape
Network Diagrams
 
  • Start a New File
  • Creating Background Pages
  • Format background pages
  • Add items to background pages
  • Applying Background Pages
  • Insert and work with Fields
  • Import Graphics
  • Setting Snap and Glue Options
  • Use Typology Shapes
  • Print Your Diagrams
  • Use grid and Guides
  • Set grid and Guide sizes
  • Customise Shapes
  • Adding Shape information
  • Generate Property Data Reports
  • Link Pages
  • Link to Other Files
  • Create and use layers
  • Add screen tips to a shape
  • Add a border and title
  • Use the re-layout tool
  • Create and use data graphics
  • Create sub processes

Other document options
  • Create floor plans
  • Create electrical diagrams
  • Create organisation charts
  • Create schedules

Custom Features
  • Creating Custom stencils
  • Creating a Custom Master Shape
  • Add custom Shapes
  • Create a Style
  • Create a Single Element Style
  • Set Page options
  • Set scaling
  • Set Printing options
  • Use reports
  • Spellchecking
  • Reviewing and commenting
  • Create a Template

Intermediate and Advanced course content can include:
  • Advanced Drawing Techniques
  • Using Custom Shapes
  • Using Custom Shapes in a Drawing
  • Custom Stencils
  • Customizing Stencil Masters
  • The Document Stencil
  • Working with Templates
  • Formatting and Linking Shapes
  • Layers
  • Object Linking and Embedding
  • Working with External Data
  • Creating HTML Documents
  • Printing Techniques
Prices below are for scheduled courses held in our Edinburgh Training Centre or Live Virtual Classroom. Major discounts available for onsite or private courses: click General Enquiry button below to enquire about private courses.
Group discount
1 place £ 305 n/a
2 places £ 610 n/a
3 places £ 915 £ 865
4 places £ 1220 £ 965
5 places £ 1525 £ 1065
6 places £ 1830 £ 1165
7 places £ 2135 £ 1265
8 places £ 2440 £ 1365