What is an electrical diagram using standard component symbols called?

A schematic (or schematic diagram) is the standard term used in electronics to describe a drawing that represents a circuit using abstract, standardized symbols. It shows how components like resistors, capacitors, and transistors are logically connected electrically, rather than how they physically look on a circuit board. While terms like "flow chart" or "connection chart" might sound descriptive, they refer to different types of diagrams in other fields. A flow chart usually maps out software logic or step-by-step processes, whereas a schematic specifically maps out electrical pathways and component relationships.