EdrawMax User Guide for Desktop

Steps to Make a Floor Plan

Designing a floor plan isn't complicated with the right tools and features. Creating one from scratch requires following several steps and instructions. In this guide, we'll walk you through step-by-step instructions on how to create a floor plan in EdrawMax, enabling you to design with confidence and precision.

EdrawMax measurement workflow: After placing the exterior walls, enter exact wall lengths and adjust wall thickness in the available wall settings. Use the dimensioning tools to display key measurements and confirm enclosed room boundaries before relying on any room-area calculation. Menu labels and options may differ between desktop and online editions.

Step ❶ Create an Account and Open a Blank Canvas

• Download EdrawMax desktop version and sign up with your email address (can also use online version)
• After logging in, click on the New button in the top left corner
• Select a floor plan template to open a blank canvas

New button on EdrawMax

Step ❷ Start by Drawing Exterior Walls

• On the left panel, click on "Wall, Shell, and Structure" symbol library
• Select the first wall option and drag it into the canvas
• Expand from the corner and right-click > Fit To Drawing

Blank canvas on EdrawMax

Adding exterior walls

Step ❸ Add Rooms & Other Interior Walls

• From the same library, select horizontal/vertical walls for interior walls
• Example layout: two bedrooms with bathrooms, open kitchen, living room, dining area

Pro tip:

Design bedrooms at the end of the floor plan for better privacy.

Adding interior walls

Step ❹ Add Doors and Windows

• Click on the Door and Windows symbol library
• Use single doors for rooms and double doors for entry points
• Add windows to exterior walls for ventilation

Door options

Window placement

Step ❺ Add Furniture and Other Symbols

• Click More Symbols > Floor Plan to enable additional symbols
• Select relevant categories (bathroom, bedroom, kitchen, furniture etc.)
• Drag and drop symbols according to your design

Symbol library

Adding furniture

Step ❻ Add Labels For The Rooms

• Click the Text icon on the toolbar
• Add descriptive labels for each room/area
• Helps architects and designers understand the layout

Room labeling

Step ❼ Export & Share

• Click Export to save in multiple formats (PDF, EDDX, Visio, PNG etc.)
• Use Share button to collaborate with team members
• Invite via email or shareable link

Export options

Sharing options