Add an exclusive gateway

An exclusive gateway (the diamond ◇ with an X) is BPMN's decision point. Exactly one outgoing path is taken — based on a condition you define.

Think of it like an if/else statement, but drawn as a diagram.

How to add one

• Find the diamond shape in the element palette (it may be labeled "Gateway" or shown as a ◇)
• Drag it onto the canvas, positioned after "Review request"
• Drop it between the review task and the end event

The diamond shape represents the moment where the reviewer makes their decision.

> 💡 XOR gateway: "Exclusive OR" — only one path can be taken. If approval = yes, go right. If no, go elsewhere.