Flowchart Symbols Quick Review Guide

Year 8 Technology A visual guide to understanding flowchart symbols Quick reference for creating algorithms

What Are Flowcharts?

Visual diagrams that show step-by-step processes Help us plan algorithms before coding Make complex problems easier to understand Used in programming, business, and everyday planning

Essential Flowchart Symbols

Symbol Matching Challenge

Match each symbol to its correct purpose Work in pairs to discuss your answers Think of a real-world example for each symbol Be ready to share one example with the class

Creating Your First Flowchart

Start with START oval, end with END oval Use rectangles for actions and processes Diamonds for yes/no questions only Parallelograms for getting or showing information Connect everything with arrows showing direction