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Animated tree diagram maker

Show a hierarchy as a branching tree.

When to use a tree diagram

Use it for org charts, family trees, site maps and decision trees.

How to make one

  1. Paste your data into the Data box, or upload a CSV. The example shows the columns it needs.
  2. Add a title, subtitle and source under Text.
  3. Pick colours, a font and a size under Style: 16:9 for slides, 1:1 for WhatsApp and LinkedIn, 4:5 for Instagram posts, 9:16 for Stories, Reels and TikTok.
  4. Press Play to animate it, or Present to show it full screen.
  5. Press Share & export. On a phone, send the image, an MP4 video of the animation or a link straight to WhatsApp, Instagram, TikTok or LinkedIn. On a computer, copy it into your slides or download a PNG, SVG or PowerPoint file.

Everything runs in your browser. Your data isn't uploaded anywhere, and your last chart is remembered on this device.

Questions about the tree diagram

How do I make a tree diagram online for free?

Open the free tree diagram maker at makecharts.co/charts/tree-diagram.html, paste your data into the Data box (or upload a CSV, or connect a Google Sheet), add a title, then press Play to animate it. Share & export downloads an MP4, GIF, PNG, SVG or PowerPoint file. There's no sign-up, and your data stays in your browser.

What data do I need for a tree diagram?

One column per level, from the root down (e.g. Company, Team, Role). Paste it from Excel or Google Sheets, upload a CSV, or connect a live Google Sheet.

When should I use a tree diagram?

Use it for org charts, family trees, site maps and decision trees.

What's the most common mistake with a tree diagram?

Long labels. They push the tree off the page; keep names short.

Can I animate it, download it or put it in PowerPoint?

Yes. Press Play to animate it, record an MP4 or GIF, or download a PNG, SVG or PowerPoint file. In PowerPoint it's added as a high-resolution image. It's free, with no sign-up.

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