Simple diagram program recommendations

[phrehdd]

I'll keep this quick. I have to get some simple diagrams created and don't have the time for a learning curve for more sophisticated programs (Illustrator etc.).

Does anyone have any recommendations for a simple program that can handle the typical items - rectangles, squares, circles, ellipses, and free form lines? I would prefer a low cost solution as this will be a short order item for a friend. Extrusion would be a bonus but not necessary if I can manually create perspective items.

Thanks in advance

 

[MisterMe]

OmniGraffle

 

[LongSticks]

A couple of ideas!

I have used Word and Excel for basic drawings in the past....would be okay. As would old versions of Pages & Numbers.

For more of a Cad technique, which I always find easier as you can accurately lay things out, http://www.3ds.com/products-services/draftsight/download-draftsight/ is a great free package...

I've heard good things about - Sketchbook Express from Autodesk on the App Store - which is also free but not used it.

 

[phrehdd]

MisterMe and Longsticks, thanks much for the quick response. I'll check out those offerings ASAP. Again thanks.

 

[superscape]

I'd also vouch for OmniGraffle. It's not free but its a lot cheaper than a full blown drawing app like Illustrator. Personally, I really like it.

You can download a 14 day trial and see how you get along with it.

http://www.omnigroup.com/omniGraffle


NB. I don't work for OmniGraffle, honest! ;-)

 

[oblomow]

Another vote for omnigraffle. The pro (more expensive) version can read and write viso files as well.