How to Change Shape in Lucidchart

Updated on:

May 4, 2026

By:

Madhav Bhandari

Use this interactive demo to learn how to change the shape of objects in LucidChart.

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Learn how to quickly change a shape in Lucidchart in this step-by-step tutorial.

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On the canvas, choose and select the Shape you want to change.
On the floating toolbar above the selected shape, click Change Shape.
In the shape selection panel that appears, click the new shape you want to use and you're all set!

📌 Why this matters

Changing shapes mid-design saves you from starting over when your initial choice doesn't quite fit. You can experiment freely, knowing you're not locked into your first decision. This becomes especially valuable when collaborating with others who might suggest different visual representations, or when you realize a flowchart diamond works better as a rectangle for your specific audience. Your formatting, text, and connections stay intact, so you maintain all your work while adapting the visual presentation to better serve your diagram's purpose.

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