Is there anything on the Visio roadmap that is considering "text to diagram" capability? i.e. similar to Mermaid

Question

Seeing the emergence of text to diagram capabilities emerge, Visio could benefit from pursuing this feature. Additionally, offering it for home use would also be welcomed.

Answer 1

Dear Drev
Welcome, and thank you for sharing your concerns in the Q&A forum.
Based on the information you provided, I understand that you are looking for a “Text-to-Diagram” feature in Visio. This is truly a great idea leveraging AI technology in Visio so users can create diagrams directly from text.

At this time, Microsoft has not announced any official plan, and this feature is not currently on the roadmap. However, Microsoft is actively exploring AI technologies for Visio in the future, and feedback like yours plays an important role in shaping these improvements.

While this capability is not yet built into Visio, there are some alternative approaches you can consider:

• Office Copilot + Visio: Use Copilot to summarize text and assist in creating diagrams.
• Power Automate + Visio Online APIs: Automate diagram generation from structured data.

Regarding personal use, Visio is primarily designed for business users, but Visio Plan 1 (web version) offers an affordable option for individuals. There is currently no dedicated roadmap for a “home edition.”

Please know that accessibility and user experience remain top priorities for us, and feedback like yours is essential in guiding future enhancements. I strongly encourage you to share your thoughts through Help > Feedback or by visiting the Microsoft Feedback Portal. Your input is sincerely appreciated and helps shape upcoming improvements.

Thank you for your patience and continued advocacy for a better Visio experience.

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Answer 2

The provided context does not mention any specific roadmap or plans regarding a "text to diagram" capability for Visio, similar to what tools like Mermaid offer. While the emergence of such capabilities in other applications is noted, there is no indication that Visio is currently pursuing this feature. For the latest updates and features, it is best to refer to official Microsoft resources or announcements regarding Visio's development.

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References:

• Visio service description