SmartArt graphics are visual representations of information that can be used to:
* List information: Like a bullet point list, but more visually appealing.
* Show processes: Illustrate a sequence of steps or actions.
* Compare and contrast: Highlight similarities and differences between items.
* Display hierarchies: Organize information in a tree-like structure.
How they act like character sentences:
* Text boxes: Each element within a SmartArt graphic has a text box, allowing you to enter text similar to how you would write a sentence.
* Visual relationships: The visual layout of the SmartArt graphic helps to convey relationships between the text boxes, much like how word order creates relationships in sentences.
* Visual hierarchy: The design of the SmartArt graphic, such as size or placement of text boxes, can highlight the importance of certain elements, similar to how sentence structure emphasizes certain words or phrases.
Example:
If you were creating a SmartArt graphic to illustrate a process, you might use a process diagram. Each step in the process would be represented by a shape, with text inside each shape describing the action. The order of the shapes would visually show the sequence of steps, just as the order of words in a sentence conveys the flow of thought.
Let me know if you have any other questions about SmartArt graphics!