Graphical symbols not only identify a components position but the type of electrical element too, whether its resistive, inductive, capacitive, mechanical, etc. Basic electrical and electronic graphical symbols called Schematic Symbols are commonly used within circuit diagrams, schematics and computer aided drawing packages to identify the position of individual components and elements within a circuit. Circuit layouts and schematic diagrams are a simple and effective way of showing pictorially the electrical connections, components and operation of a particular electrical circuit or system.
