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Tree Diagram Generator

Generate interactive tree diagrams from hierarchical data with customizable styling

Hierarchical data for the tree. Supports JSON object or parent:child:value text format

Title that will be displayed above the chart

Color for the tree nodes

Color for the node text

Color for the connecting lines

Background color for the chart container

Size of nodes in pixels

Font size for node text

Width of connecting lines

Height of the chart in pixels

Display text labels on nodes

Display numeric values on nodes

Key Facts

Category
Data Visualization
Input Types
textarea, text, select, color, number, checkbox
Output Type
html
Sample Coverage
4
API Ready
Yes

Overview

The Tree Diagram Generator allows you to transform complex hierarchical data into clear, interactive tree visualizations. Whether you are mapping organizational structures, decision trees, or data taxonomies, this tool provides flexible styling options to create professional diagrams tailored to your specific needs.

When to Use

  • •When you need to visualize organizational hierarchies or reporting structures.
  • •When you want to map out decision-making processes or logical branching paths.
  • •When you need to present nested data categories in a clean, graphical format.

How It Works

  • •Input your hierarchical data using either a JSON object structure or a simple parent:child:value text format.
  • •Customize the visual appearance by selecting node shapes, colors, and line styles to match your presentation requirements.
  • •Adjust layout parameters like node size, font size, and chart height to ensure the diagram fits your display area perfectly.
  • •Generate the interactive diagram and preview the final result before exporting or saving your visualization.

Use Cases

Creating organizational charts for company departments and reporting lines.
Visualizing project task dependencies and sub-task breakdowns.
Mapping out website information architecture or content taxonomies.

Examples

1. Corporate Organizational Chart

HR Manager
Background
The HR department needs to present the company's leadership structure during an onboarding session.
Problem
Manual drawing of complex hierarchies is time-consuming and prone to alignment errors.
How to Use
Input the company structure in JSON format, select 'Rectangle' for node shape, and set the node color to match corporate branding.
Example Config
{"nodeShape": "rectangle", "nodeColor": "#1e3a8a", "showValues": false}
Outcome
A clean, professional organizational chart that clearly displays the hierarchy from the CEO down to individual teams.

2. Decision Tree Visualization

Product Analyst
Background
An analyst is mapping out user flow paths to identify where customers drop off in the checkout process.
Problem
Complex branching logic is difficult to explain to stakeholders using text alone.
How to Use
Use the 'parent:child:value' text format to define the decision paths and assign values to represent conversion rates at each node.
Example Config
{"nodeShape": "diamond", "nodeColor": "#059669", "showLabels": true, "showValues": true}
Outcome
An interactive decision tree that highlights conversion values at every stage, making it easy to spot bottlenecks.

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FAQ

What data formats are supported?

The tool supports hierarchical data provided as a JSON object or a text-based format using 'parent:child:value' syntax.

Can I change the shape of the nodes?

Yes, you can choose from circle, rectangle, rounded rectangle, or diamond shapes in the settings.

Is the generated diagram interactive?

Yes, the tool generates an interactive HTML-based tree diagram that allows for clear navigation of hierarchical data.

Can I hide the numeric values on the nodes?

Yes, you can toggle the 'Show Node Values' checkbox to display or hide numeric data associated with each node.

What is the maximum chart height I can set?

You can adjust the chart height between 300 and 1200 pixels to accommodate your specific layout needs.

API Documentation

Request Endpoint

POST /en/api/tools/tree-diagram-generator

Request Parameters

Parameter Name Type Required Description
treeData textarea Yes Hierarchical data for the tree. Supports JSON object or parent:child:value text format
chartTitle text No Title that will be displayed above the chart
nodeShape select No -
nodeColor color No Color for the tree nodes
nodeTextColor color No Color for the node text
lineColor color No Color for the connecting lines
backgroundColor color No Background color for the chart container
nodeSize number No Size of nodes in pixels
fontSize number No Font size for node text
lineWidth number No Width of connecting lines
chartHeight number No Height of the chart in pixels
showLabels checkbox No Display text labels on nodes
showValues checkbox No Display numeric values on nodes

Response Format

{
  "result": "
Processed HTML content
",
  "error": "Error message (optional)",
  "message": "Notification message (optional)",
  "metadata": {
    "key": "value"
  }
}
HTML: HTML

AI MCP Documentation

Add this tool to your MCP server configuration: 

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "elysiatools-tree-diagram-generator": {
      "name": "tree-diagram-generator",
      "description": "Generate interactive tree diagrams from hierarchical data with customizable styling",
      "baseUrl": "https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=tree-diagram-generator",
      "command": "",
      "args": [],
      "env": {},
      "isActive": true,
      "type": "sse"
    }
  }
}

You can chain multiple tools, e.g.: `https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=png-to-webp,jpg-to-webp,gif-to-webp`, max 20 tools.

If you encounter any issues, please contact us at [email protected]