Information and Communication Technology (1+1)

Rules governing flowcharts

• First chart the main line of logic, then incorporate detail.
• Maintain a consistent level of detail for a given flowchart.
• Do not chart every detail, otherwise the flowchart will only be a graphic representation , step-by-step of the program.
• Words in the flowchart symbols should be common statements, which are easy to understand. It is recommended to use descriptive titles written in designers own language.
• Be consistent in using names and variables in the flowchart.
• Go from left to right and top to bottom in constructing flowcharts.
• Keep the flowchart as simple as possible. The crossing of flow lines should be avoided, as far as practicable.
• If a new flowcharting page is needed , it is recommended that the flowchart be broken at an input or output point. Moreover, properly labeled connectors should be used to link the portions of the flowchart on different pages.