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+# swimlane
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+Parallel lanes representing different roles or departments, with a shared timeline.
+
+## Structure
+
+- Canvas divided into horizontal or vertical parallel lanes
+- Each lane represents a role, department, or actor
+- Timeline or process flow runs across all lanes
+- Handoffs between lanes shown with crossing arrows
+
+## Best For
+
+- Cross-functional process flows
+- Multi-stakeholder workflows
+- Service blueprints
+- Responsibility assignment diagrams
+
+## Visual Elements
+
+- Clearly labeled parallel lanes
+- Process steps within each lane
+- Crossing arrows for handoffs between lanes
+- Timeline or sequence indicator
+
+## Text Placement
+
+- Lane labels at the left edge or top
+- Step labels within each lane
+- Handoff labels on crossing arrows
+- Title above the swimlane diagram
+
+## Recommended Pairings
+
+- `corporate-memphis`: Business process swimlanes
+- `technical-schematic`: Engineering workflow diagrams
+- `ui-wireframe`: Service blueprint wireframes