Basic Nodes

Nodes are the primary way to add text to TikZ drawings:

Node Shapes

Use different shapes for nodes (requires shapes.geometric library):

Node Size Options

Node Positioning

Position nodes relative to other elements:

Positioning Library

The positioning library enables powerful relative positioning:

Node Anchors

Each node has anchor points for precise positioning and connections:

Labels on Paths

Add labels along lines and paths:

Node Styling

Multi-line Text

Custom Node Styles

Next Steps

Continue learning TikZ:

• Text Positioning - Advanced label placement
• Flowcharts - Apply nodes to diagrams
• Block Diagrams - System architecture diagrams