Miaoban Drawing Board

What is the Miaoban drawing board?

Miaoban Drawing Board is an online platform for drawing, writing, and real-time team collaboration, operated by Shanghai Miaohua Information Technology Co., Ltd.

It integrates flowcharts, mind maps, analysis models, prototype diagrams, and AI-driven generation capabilities in a single browser.

Main functions

• Create flowcharts and product flowcharts.
• Create and edit mind maps.
• Create an organizational chart.
• Create analysis models and brainstorming canvases.
• Create UML diagrams and E-R diagrams.
• Create prototype diagrams, Gantt charts, and timelines.
• Generate graphics with a single click using prompts.
• Drag nodes and they will be connected automatically.
• Adjust colors and layout with one click.
• Get started quickly using the Template Center.
• Invite team members to collaborate in real time.
• Export in various file formats.

AI one-click flowchart generation

After the user enters the business processes or steps to be followed, the AI can organize the text into process nodes and their connection relationships, after which it is possible to proceed to the drawing tool for further modifications.

1. Specify the start and end conditions of the process.
2. List the key steps in order.
3. Explain the judgment conditions and the different branches.
4. Identify the responsible role for each step.
5. Enter the prompt to generate a preliminary flowchart.
6. Check the node order and the direction of the conditions.
7. Delete duplicate or inactive nodes.
8. Uniform shape, color, and connection lines.
9. Invite sales staff to check the actual process.

How to write good prompts for flowcharts

AI mind map

AI mind maps are suitable for breaking down topics into a hierarchical structure, and they can be used for study notes, project planning, article outlines, and organizing meeting details.

• Use a clear theme as the central element.
• First-level branches maintain the same classification dimension.
• Try to use phrases in each node.
• Do not put long passages of text into nodes.
• Check the inclusion relationship between parent and child nodes.
• Different themes are distinguished by color.
• The final structure still requires manual adjustment.

Flowchart types

Analysis model

The analysis canvas of the Miaoban drawing board can be used for business, product, and strategic discussions, allowing information from various dimensions to be organized within a unified structure.

• SWOT analysis.
• Business model and value chain analysis.
• User journey and service blueprint.
• Fishbone diagram and cause analysis.
• Venn diagrams and set relationships.
• Matrix and quadrant analysis.
• Concept maps and relationship diagrams.

Organizational structure diagram

Organizational charts are used to illustrate departments, positions, and reporting relationships; they are suitable for company introductions, team restructuring, and task allocation.

1. Confirm the organizational scope and statistical period.
2. List the departments, positions, and responsible persons.
3. Distinguish between administrative reporting and project collaboration.
4. Choose a tree or matrix structure.
5. Use a template to create the basic layout.
6. Standardize job titles and hierarchical levels.
7. Remove personal information that should not be made public.
8. It must be verified by the HR department or the person in charge before it is released.

Project management and Gantt charts

A drawing board can be used to organize project phases, task dependencies, timelines, and responsible persons, but it is not equivalent to a full-fledged professional project management system.

Prototype drawings and product design

• Quickly draw the page structure and functional areas.
• Organize the relationships between buttons, forms, and navigation.
• Use flowcharts to connect the main interaction paths.
• Reduce communication costs during the initial review phase.
• Prototypes cannot replace visual and development specifications.
• Key states need to be drawn separately.
• It should be tested in a real product before going live.

UML and E-R diagrams

The technical team can use UML diagrams to represent system roles, components, and interactions, and can also use E-R diagrams to outline the relationships between entities and data.

Template Center

The official website states that the platform offers 10 major categories and over 35,000 templates, covering scenarios such as processes, models, flowcharts, as well as organization and projects.

• First, search for templates by purpose.
• Check whether the template structure meets the actual requirements.
• Replace all example text and data.
• Remove unrelated nodes and decorations.
• Standardize brand colors and fonts.
• Confirm the members of the template and their authorization scope.
• Do not present a template as an original design.

Real-time team collaboration

Miaoban drawing board allows multiple people to organize their ideas and communicate about projects in the same space, while also preserving the visual record of the process from discussions to iterations.

1. The person in charge creates the boards and directories.
2. Only invite the members who need to participate.
3. Assign appropriate permissions to different members.
4. Clearly define the discussion area on the drawing board.
5. Use comments to record issues and conclusions.
6. Regularly organize expired drafts.
7. Once completed, lock or export the final version.

Tutorial for using Miaoban drawing board

1. Register and log in to Miaoban Drawing Board.
2. Select a blank canvas or an appropriate template.
3. Determine the theme you want to convey and the target audience.
4. Use AI prompts to generate flowcharts or mind maps.
5. Verify node, branch, and hierarchical relationships.
6. Drag to adjust the layout and connection lines.
7. Set colors, fonts, and graphic styles.
8. Add elements such as tables, charts, or formulas.
9. Invite members to collaborate and gather feedback.
10. Delete private and irrelevant drafts.
11. After previewing, select the desired format for export.
12. It is continuously updated in line with actual business changes.

Price and package comparison

The members page on the official website lists the free version, the individual version and the team version; however, there is no fixed publicly available price – the current price can only be determined after logging in or by asking for information.

The old promotional offers displayed on the member page have expired; therefore, the rules of those past promotions cannot be used as the current prices or purchase conditions.

Comparison of version benefits

The table shows the version structure as published on the official website; the specific format, number of times, capacity, and number of seats are subject to the details on the purchase page at the time of purchase.

When is the free version suitable?

• First experience with AI flowcharts.
• Create a small number of personal mind maps.
• Test templates and editors.
• Complete short-term learning or discussions.
• If there are more than 5 files, they need to be organized or upgraded.
• The free trial content cannot be used in commercial contexts.

How to choose between the individual version and the team version

Export and watermarking

The member page lists watermark-free output and export in multiple formats as version differences; the specific formats and whether watermarks are included depend on the account privileges.

• Check the canvas boundaries and empty areas before exporting.
• Ensure that the text is readable at the target size.
• Choose a format suitable for presentation or printing.
• Keep an editable version for subsequent modifications.
• Verify whether members are allowed to export without watermarks.
• The agreement allows the platform to add source identifiers to members’ content.

Copyright and Commercial Use Rules

The user agreement makes a distinction between free use by individuals and use by businesses; a paid individual membership cannot be considered as an enterprise commercial license.

AI-generated content may be similar to other works; it is necessary to check for copyright, trademarks, and personality rights before releasing it officially.

Privacy and uploaded content

The agreement states that the content uploaded for AI generation will be automatically deleted once the results are generated, but important data should still be properly backed up by the user themselves.

• Do not upload passwords, keys, or identity information.
• A company’s trade secrets must first receive internal approval.
• Permission is required for character portraits and customer information.
• Apply necessary data masking to the uploaded documents.
• Shared spaces grant permissions only to the necessary members.
• Regularly check the public links and member list.
• The key canvas also saves a local copy.

API and open-source status

Currently, no developer API provided by MiaoBan Huaban has been found, nor is there any officially maintained GitHub open-source repository.

• The platform primarily offers online creation services via a web interface.
• The exported files should not be construed as an indication that the platform’s source code is made available.
• Drawing board projects with similar names do not represent official products.
• Enterprise integration requirements should be confirmed prior to starting a partnership.

Which users are it suitable for

Product advantages

• Covers a variety of professional and general-purpose graphics.
• AI can convert prompt texts into flowcharts and mind maps.
• Supports template editing and a free drawing board.
• It provides the ability for real-time teamwork.
• It can be used directly in a browser, without the need to install any drawing software.
• There are a large number of public templates.

Usage restrictions

• Processes generated by AI may overlook actual conditions.
• The free version allows a limited number of files to be edited.
• The current public member page does not display the current price reliably.
• The previous promotion has expired.
• Individual membership is not equivalent to a commercial license for businesses.
• The generated content may still pose risks of similarity or infringement.
• No public APIs or official open-source code were found.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main functions of the Miaoban drawing board?

It supports flowcharts, mind maps, organizational structure diagrams, analysis models, prototypes, UML diagrams, Gantt charts, as well as real-time team collaboration.

Can the Miaoban drawing board generate images using AI?

Yes, after entering a prompt, users can generate a flowchart or mind map with just one click, and then continue to drag and edit it in the drawing board.

Is the Miaoban drawing board free?

There is a free version; the member section on the official website indicates that with this free version it is possible to edit up to 5 files, and basic functions as well as free templates are available.

How much does it cost to become a member of Miaoban Drawing Board?

The public page does not currently display the amount available for purchase in a stable manner; the personal version needs to be accessed to view this information, while requests from teams or companies require confirmation by contacting the relevant page.

Does the Miaoban drawing board support team collaboration?

Yes, it is designed as an online space for real-time collaboration; the team version offers more comprehensive features for collaboration, management, resource utilization, and support.

Can the content generated by Miaoban Drawing Board be used for commercial purposes?

Free trials and individual memberships come with restrictions on commercial use; for corporate projects, it is necessary to contact the official authorities to obtain the appropriate corporate services and written authorization.

Does Miàobàn Drawing Board provide APIs or open-source code?

To date, no public developer API has been found, nor has an official GitHub open-source repository for Miaoban Painting Board been identified.