SmartDraw at UW-Madison

This document explains the current state of SmartDraw and associated features at UW-Madison.
SmartDraw is an easy-to-use yet powerful diagramming tool for flowcharts, organization charts, mind maps, project charts, and other business visuals

Eligibility

Facstaff are eligible for SmartDraw access if they are in a University-paid position

Students are eligible for SmartDraw access if they are currently enrolled as a student in a degree-seeking program at the University.

For detailed questions about eligibility, see the CSL eligibility KB page: Software Available to Faculty/Staff and Students on Campus Software Library

 

Facstaff access at UW-Madison

A SmartDraw account is required for use.  SmartDraw can be accessed online through their website or can be accessed directly through the Campus Software Library after a valid NetID login.  The UW-Madison activation key is available through the Campus Software Library product page.

 

Student access at UW-Madison

A SmartDraw account is required for use. SmartDraw can be accessed online through their website or can be accessed directly through the Campus Software Library after a valid NetID login.  The UW-Madison activation key is available through the Campus Software Library product page.

 

What's included in CSL Title for UW-Madison

UW-Madison is licensed to use both the desktop version (for Windows) and the online version (all platforms). 

 

How to get started with CSL Title

SmartDraw has online tutorials to help you get started with the application.  Getting started with SmartDraw

 

Licensing Models

UW-Madison is licensed to use both the desktop version (for Windows) and the online version (all platforms). 

 

Troubleshooting

Software questions and information on how to use the software can be found through the vendor, SmartDraw Support and KB

 

Additional help

If you have more questions, please Get Help from DoIT.



Keywords:
csl, software, smartdraw, wireframes, flowchart, mind map 
Doc ID:
157643
Owned by:
Chris L. in DoIT Help Desk
Created:
2025-12-22
Updated:
2025-12-22
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