What's New in Microsoft Visio Standard 2002?

You'll notice some changes as soon as you start Microsoft Visio Standard 2002. For example, the toolbars and menus have a new look. But the features that are new and improved in this version of Visio go beyond just changes in appearance. Some changes won't be apparent to you until you start using the program.

The following table lists the new and improved features that you might be interested in as well as the lessons and topics in which those features are covered.

New or Improved Feature

What Does This Feature Help You Do?

Lesson

Topic

Task pane

Create new and open existing drawings more easily.

Creating a Diagram

Getting Acquainted with Visio

Personalized menus

Work with menus that remember the commands you use most.

Creating a Diagram

Customizing the Visio Environment

Merging windows

Save space on the screen.

Creating a Diagram

Customizing the Visio Environment

Ask a Question box

Find quick answers to your questions about Visio.

Creating a Diagram

Getting Diagram Help

Integration with Microsoft Project

Import Project files into Visio to generate timelines and Gantt charts.

Creating Project Schedules

Creating Timelines

Export Project Data Wizard

Export a timeline to create a Gantt chart.

Creating Project Schedules

Exporting Timelines to Create Gantt Charts

Custom Properties pane

Save and display shape data when you save a diagram as a Web page.

Creating an Organization Chart

Saving a Drawing as a Web Page

Curved Wall shape

Include curved and straight walls in your office layout diagrams.

Laying Out Office Space

Creating an Office Layout

Cubicles stencil

Work with new office furniture shapes.

Laying Out Office Space

Adding Doors, Windows, and Furniture

Picture command

Format pictures.

Laying Out Office Space

Importing Logos and Other Pictures

Transparent colors

Format an object with a transparent color.

Laying Out Office Space

Importing Logos and Other Pictures

Report command

Create reports based on drawing data.

Creating a Network Diagram

Creating a Report