Need for a flexible Path Tool for creating advanced, non-linear connections and diagrams.
The Problem: Currently, for creating diagrams in Miro, we are mostly limited to the standard connection lines (which are great for connecting objects) and the free-hand Pen tool. However, there is no tool to easily create precise, multi-point, and smooth curved paths. This is especially needed when mapping complex processes, user journeys, or system flows that don't follow a simple straight or right-angled line. The current Pen tool lacks the precision and editability of a true path or vector tool.
Proposed Solution: A "Smart Path" Tool I propose the addition of a new "Smart Path" tool, inspired by similar tools in applications like TradingView or Adobe Illustrator. This tool would allow users to:
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Click to Create Anchors: Click anywhere on the board to create anchor points for the path.
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Generate Smooth Curves: The tool would automatically generate a smooth Bézier curve between the points.
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Full Editability: After creation, users should be able to move each anchor point and also adjust the handles of the curve to precisely control its shape.
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Customization: The path should be fully customizable, including color, thickness, various styles (dashed, dotted), and the ability to add arrowheads at the start or end.
Why is this feature useful for Miro? This tool would be a game-changer for many use cases:
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Advanced Flowcharts: Creating more organic and easy-to-follow process maps.
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User Journey Mapping: Visually representing complex, non-linear user experiences.
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System Architecture Diagrams: Showing data flows and interactions more clearly.
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Visual Storytelling: Guiding an audience's focus along a specific path on a busy board during a presentation.
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Creative Mind Maps: Breaking free from the rigid connectors for more fluid and visually appealing mind maps.
This feature would significantly enhance Miro's capabilities as a top-tier diagramming and visual collaboration platform.
