Creating a copy, or a Clone Diagram, of your existing diagrams in Confluence Cloud is a simple process using the draw.io diagram macro. This functionality allows you to duplicate the diagram file, enabling modifications to the copy without altering the original. This guide provides a step-by-step approach to effortlessly clone diagrams within Confluence Cloud.
Cloning a Diagram with draw.io
The draw.io integration within Confluence Cloud provides a seamless way to clone diagrams. Follow these steps to create a duplicate of your diagram:
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Add the draw.io Macro: Begin by editing the page where you want the cloned diagram to reside. Type
/drawand select the “draw.io Diagram” macro from the list of suggestions. -
Choose and Copy: Navigate to the Recent tab to view recently updated diagrams. Select the diagram you wish to clone. You can also use the search function if your diagram isn’t in the recent list. Enter the diagram’s file name in the search field and click Search.
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Rename and Create: After selecting the diagram, modify the Diagram Name field to differentiate it from the original. Click Create to finalize the cloning process. This adds a new, independent diagram file to your Confluence Cloud space. Hovering over a diagram preview displays its file name for easy identification.
Alternative Cloning Methods
While the draw.io macro offers the simplest method, there are other ways to duplicate diagrams:
- XML Export/Import: Export the original diagram as an XML file and import it into a new draw.io diagram on the desired page.
- Copy and Paste: Select all elements within the original diagram and paste them into a new draw.io diagram. This method is less effective for complex, multi-page diagrams.
- Scratchpad: Utilize the draw.io scratchpad by copying the entire diagram to it. Create a new diagram on the target page and paste the content from the scratchpad. Similar to copy-paste, this method isn’t ideal for multi-page diagrams.
Conclusion
Cloning diagrams in Confluence Cloud is straightforward with the integrated draw.io macro. By following the steps outlined above, you can efficiently create independent copies of your diagrams, allowing for modifications without impacting the original versions. Utilizing the clone diagram feature ensures efficient workflow and version control within your Confluence workspace.
