In-Depth Guide to Node and Edge AnnotationsComprehensive webinar on techniques and use cases
The "Graph Layouts in yFiles" webinar series explores advanced techniques and best practices for effective graph visualization.
This ninth episode focuses on annotating nodes and edges with labels in yFiles, covering various placement techniques and styles to enhance graph readability and aesthetics. The webinar explains different annotation methods, their applications, and specific characteristics, supported by real-world examples. Learn how to configure and customize node and edge annotations using yFiles for HTML to meet your project requirements.
The session is presented by Dr. Benjamin Niedermann, a Senior Algorithm Engineer in the Layout Team at yWorks, sharing his expertise in graph algorithms and visualization techniques.
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Whether you're adding "detailed labels," "interactive tooltips," or "custom markers," yFiles provides the ideal tools to enrich your graph visualizations with meaningful annotations. Our free trial gives you access to advanced annotation features, allowing you to highlight important information and provide deeper insights within your diagrams. Whether you're working on knowledge graphs, network visualizations, or process flows, yFiles supports a wide range of use cases across platforms like Web, Java, and .NET.
With our trial, you’ll also benefit from expert support from our core developers, ensuring you can effectively implement and customize annotations to meet your specific needs. Whether you're starting a new project or enhancing existing diagrams, yFiles provides the essential tools you need to bring your data to life.
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Watch the full episode below to gain a comprehensive understanding of node and edge annotations in yFiles. Dr. Benjamin Niedermann introduces the core concepts and provides practical demonstrations.

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Key topics covered in this webinar
- Overview of node and edge annotations with labels
- Label placement techniques and styles
- Applications and characteristics of different label styles
- Coding examples for configuring annotations in HTML
- Practical tips and tricks for effective label usage
Detailed breakdown of this episode
- 00:00 Introduction: Overview of the webinar series and objectives of this episode.
- 05:35 Principles: Introduction to the principles of node and edge annotations.
- 07:18 Examples: Various examples of label placement and styling.
- 16:09 Aspects of Labels | Styling: Techniques for styling labels.
- 19:26 Aspects of Labels | Placements: Techniques for placing labels effectively.
- 24:36 In Practice: Practical application of label placement and styling techniques.
- 44:00 Coding Example: Coding examples for implementing node and edge annotations in HTML.
- 58:40 Conclusion: Summary of key takeaways from the session.
- 1:00:02 Q&A: Dr. Benjamin Niedermann answers audience questions.
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Get started with yFiles for free!Additional episode resources
- All Interactive yFiles Demos: See a variety of interactive demos using yFiles.
- Learn more about yFiles: Discover more about the capabilities of yFiles.
- Try yFiles for Free: Get hands-on with yFiles by evaluating it for free.