Archify Interactive Diagrams vs Component Spec

Archify Interactive Diagrams

By Archify

Describe a process, system, or plan and get an interactive diagram you can share.

Component Spec

By JR Brugger (Design Workflow)

Write complete design system specs covering variants, states, accessibility, and usage.

Archify Interactive Diagrams

• Turns a written description into a clean, clickable diagram
• Supports workflows, timelines, status maps, data flows, org-style trees, and system maps
• Lets viewers click parts of the diagram and trace paths through it
• Exports diagrams as images, SVG files, or short WebM videos
• Produces one shareable HTML file that works without any extra software

Component Spec

• Generates structured component specifications with anatomy breakdowns, variants, and props
• Documents all component states (hover, focus, disabled, loading, error) with clear descriptions
• Includes accessibility requirements like ARIA roles, keyboard navigation, and screen reader support
• Provides usage guidelines with do/don't examples and content rules
• Covers behavior details like interactions, animations, and responsive breakpoints

Reach for Archify Interactive Diagrams when…

• You need to explain how a process or approval flow works to your team
• You want a visual timeline of a project, launch, or incident
• You are mapping how your tools and services connect for a planning doc
• You want to turn a messy flowchart into something polished you can share

Reach for Component Spec when…

• You're building a design system and need to document components thoroughly
• Your team needs shared specs so designers and developers stay aligned
• You're onboarding someone and want clear component documentation to reference
• You need to ensure accessibility is baked into every component from the start