What's the best way to draw flow charts in Xara

[Bradj2]

Hi Guys,

I would like to draw flow charts in Xara rather than purchase separate software. One problem I've been having is how best to make use of a grid to evenly distribute spacing between elements and for the layout to fit on the page as a flow chart can soon become complicated with multiple connections and arrows. Xara's grid just looks confusing to me (attached) with its mesh appearance. Is there a better way to go about this for example using a plain square grid (attached) with a solid pale blue line would seem a bit easier to work with and I've played about with the guides to accomplish this but they are red dotted lines. Any help is appreciated.

Thanks in advance
Brad