Frequently Asked Questions
What is DrawMotive?
DrawMotive is a visual editor for architecture diagrams, workflows, and other visual documentation. You can draw on the canvas or import a diagram described in TextGraph. See the Product Overview.
Do I need an account?
The diagrams website requires sign-in. DrawMotive for VS Code edits local files without an account. The Confluence macro uses its host's page and app access.
Does it work offline?
An established website canvas can continue editing locally when its connection is interrupted. Creating diagrams, signing in, and accessing account metadata require a connection. Check synchronization before relying on another session to have your latest edits.
The VS Code extension works offline with local .draw.png files.
Can I invite another account to edit my website diagram?
The current website synchronizes sessions of the same account. A document URL does not grant a different account access. For a team discussion, use a screen-shared session; for documentation, share an image or publish a Confluence preview.
Can I import TextGraph?
Yes. Choose Import TextGraph in the diagrams overview or an open diagram's Workspace panel. Paste source or a complete https://textgraph.dev/playground?d=... share link. Import creates a new editable diagram. Canvas edits do not rewrite the source.
What drawing tools are on the website?
Arrow, Rectangle, Ellipse, Diamond, and Text. Selecting an object exposes the appearance controls relevant to it. See Drawing and Editing.
Where is the constraint menu?
The current website has no CAD-style constraint menu or constraint-management panel. Use the grid, object handles, and position adjustments to refine a diagram. See Constraints and Alignment.
How do I save an image?
In VS Code, Save diagram writes an editable .draw.png that also works as a normal PNG image. The Confluence macro's Publish action saves a page preview. Website selection copy can include a PNG where supported by the browser. See Export and Sharing.
Which integrations are available?
See the VS Code and Confluence Cloud guides. Dedicated Google Docs, Microsoft 365, and Notion integrations are unavailable; there is no announced delivery date.
Where is my drawing stored?
On the website, persistent local storage is scoped to the account and document, with server synchronization. VS Code stores the editable PNG in the file you choose. Confluence stores the document and preview through its Forge host.
Do not clear browser site data while it contains edits that have not synchronized. Retain the original editable file when sharing a PNG.
Where can I find updates?
Use the source and release links on Release Notes. For common problems, see Troubleshooting.