Force Graph — Create Interactive Network Graphs Online
Visualize relationships between entities with an interactive force-directed graph. Add nodes and edges, drag to rearrange, zoom to explore, and export as SVG. All data stays in your browser — nothing leaves your device.
How to Use the Force Graph
- Add nodes — click "Add Node" and enter a name for each entity in your network.
- Add edges — click "Add Edge" and select source and target nodes to create connections.
- Explore the graph — drag nodes to rearrange, scroll to zoom, and pan to navigate.
- Toggle labels — show or hide node labels for a cleaner view.
- Export — download the graph as an SVG image for sharing or embedding.
Why Force Graphs Matter
Force-directed graphs reveal the structure of complex networks by positioning connected nodes near each other. The physics simulation naturally clusters tightly-connected groups while separating unrelated parts, making hidden patterns visible.
From social networks and organizational charts to dependency maps and knowledge graphs, force-directed layouts help you understand not just who connects to whom, but the overall topology of the network — the hubs, bridges, and isolated clusters that define how information or influence flows.
Frequently Asked Questions
Click and drag any node to reposition it. The force simulation will adjust other nodes accordingly. You can also zoom with the mouse wheel and pan by clicking and dragging the background.
Density measures how connected your graph is. It's the ratio of actual edges to the maximum possible edges. A density of 1.0 means every node connects to every other node.
Currently, edges are unweighted. You can represent different relationship strengths by adding multiple edges or by varying the visual thickness through custom styling in the exported SVG.
Use Cases
Social Network Analysis
Map relationships between people, teams, or organizations to identify key influencers, communities, and communication patterns.
Software Dependency Mapping
Visualize how modules, packages, or microservices depend on each other to understand architecture and identify potential breaking points.
Knowledge Graph Construction
Build concept maps showing how ideas, topics, and facts relate to each other for learning, research, or content organization.
Organizational Structure Visualization
Map reporting relationships and team structures to understand hierarchy, collaboration patterns, and communication flow within organizations.