# Get started

Welcome to Capable Diagrams for Confluence! This guide will help you get started with our powerful diagramming tools, providing an overview of key features and links to detailed guides.

[Install Capable →](https://marketplace.atlassian.com/vendors/1223389/capable)

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## 1\. Insert a Diagram

Learn how to add diagrams to your Confluence pages using our intuitive tools.

![Excalidraw Diagram in Confluence](https://help.gocapable.com/images/35c096f4-ae5b-4ee2-83dd-c20e5971ef76.webp)

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## 2\. Using the Visual Editor (Excalidraw)

Drag and drop elements to create diagrams with ease using Excalidraw's visual editor.

![Excalidraw Editor in Confluence](https://help.gocapable.com/images/c599bc73-f5c7-4c7d-8b4a-3bf187eff69b.webp)

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## 3\. Using Shape Libraries in Excalidraw

Enhance your diagrams with a vast array of shapes and icons available in Excalidraw.

![Excalidraw Icon Libraries](https://help.gocapable.com/images/337aad02-f1fb-4547-8199-be3a8df3dc5e.webp)

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## 4\. Create Mermaid Diagrams

Start from scratch or use templates to create stunning Mermaid diagrams. This guide walks you through the process of selecting and customizing templates.

![Confluence Diagram Editor](https://help.gocapable.com/images/0919afe2-ab2f-491a-9f9e-6b9e3e6753d2.webp)

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## 5\. Create Diagrams with AI

Leverage AI to enhance your diagramming process. As you type in the Mermaid editor, AI offers smart suggestions to streamline your workflow.

![Confluence Generate Diagrams with AI](https://help.gocapable.com/images/8fa3199d-df5e-4404-b63c-4bace563fa60.webp)

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## 6\. View Diagrams on Pages

Easily locate and access your diagrams from any Confluence page. Our app indexes all diagrams, ensuring they are always within reach.

![Browse Confluence Diagrams](https://help.gocapable.com/images/1948549e-9d93-4635-a381-e52bccbf0d1d.webp)

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## 7\. Update Diagrams on Pages

Easily update your diagrams with our inline or full-screen editor.

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## 8\. Supported Diagram Languages

Explore the variety of diagram languages supported by Capable Diagrams, including Excalidraw, Mermaid, PlantUML, and more. 

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## Then what

[Diagram typesWork out which type fits the job in front of you.](https://help.gocapable.com/diagrams/diagram-types.html)

[GuidesLearn the editor you picked.](https://help.gocapable.com/diagrams/guides.html)

[ExamplesStart from something that already works.](https://help.gocapable.com/diagrams/examples.html)

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_That is your first diagram. Everything after this is refinement._