There's one app that can make you look like a pro designer

TL;DR: Get a Microsoft Visio 2021 license on sale for $17.97 (reg.$249) until December 22 at 11:59 p.m. PT.

You're staring at a blank page, trying to create a flowchart for your boss or map out a network design for your team. The pressure is on, but your design skills are… let's just say, nonexistent. Instead of panicking or creating a chaotic mess of shapes and arrows, why not try a tool that makes you look like a design genius, even if your artistic ability begins and ends with stick figures?

Time for Visio Professional 2021 to swoop in and save the day. This powerhouse from Microsoft transforms complex data into easy-to-digest visuals. With its vast library of templates, shapes, and diagrams, you don't need a creative bone in your body to churn out professional-grade charts. Whether it's an organizational chart that clarifies who does what, a floor plan for your dream home, or a detailed network diagram, Visio has a ready-made solution to guide you. Oh, and it's on sale for $17.97, but this would usually cost you $249.

Look like a pro designer

What makes Visio really stand out is how easy it is to use. You can pull data directly from sources like Excel or Microsoft Entra ID and watch as it auto-generates organizational charts. Have a touch-enabled device? Go ahead and sketch or annotate with your finger or stylus. Visio can even make your scribbles look polished. And for the truly ambitious, there's support for industry standards like BPMN 2.0 and UML 2.5.

Visio's collaboration features ensure everyone is on the same page, literally. With options to link diagrams to live data, you'll always present up-to-date visuals that keep your audience engaged. And because it's a one-time purchase, this professional tool won't become a recurring expense. If you've ever dreaded being asked to "whip up a quick chart," Visio might just become your new favorite secret weapon.