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# Add labels to connector lines between shapes in a diagram

# Add labels to connector lines between shapes in a diagram {#ariaid-title1}

* Release version: Zurich
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* Updated May 13, 2026
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* ![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 1 minute to read

You can enhance diagram clarity in Enterprise Modeling and Visualization by adding a descriptive text on the connector line between shapes. Connector line labels clarify the nature of the relationship between shapes, annotate the data flow direction,
and provide contextual information.

## Before you begin

Role required: sn_apm.apm_user

## Procedure

1. Navigate to WorkspacesEnterprise Architecture Workspace.
2. Open the Modeling page by selecting the Enterprise Modeling and Visualization icon (![Enterprise Modeling and Visualization icon.]()).
3. Select a diagram from the Diagrams page where you want to add labels to the connector lines.
4. Select a connector line.  
   A toolbar appears above the connector. The toolbar shows different controls
   depending on the notation of the connected shapes:
   * If both connected shapes are ArchiMate shapes, the toolbar shows the Relationship type drop-down, the Swap direction control, and the T+ button.

   * If at least one connected shape is non-ArchiMate, the toolbar shows the Line style, Start arrow, Swap direction, End arrow, Icon, and T+ controls.

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5. Select T+ in the toolbar and enter a label for the connector line.

## Result

The connector line label is added to the diagram.
**Related concepts**   

* [Exploring Enterprise Modeling and Visualization in the EA Workspace](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/jZn2m83MXmfvygOK55HkDQ "Enterprise Modeling and Visualization in EA Workspace helps you with diagramming and modeling capabilities and enable you to model the future state of your IT and its relationship to the business landscape.")
* [Shape connector properties in Enterprise Modeling and Visualization](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/WjAczaAIb2aengJF_oKxHw "When you select a connector between two shapes in an enterprise modeling diagram, a toolbar appears above the connector. Use the toolbar to define the relationship type or visual style of the connector.")  
**Related tasks**   

* [Set shape connector properties in Enterprise Modeling and Visualization](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/Lh8gv29DgpJ0Q7XSDylWMw "Configure the relationship type or visual style of a connector between shapes in an enterprise modeling diagram.")

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