How do I make a zig-zag line go horizontally?
As of version 0.93, zig-zag lines support a primitive form of autorouting that is intended to solve this problem and make it easier to make the diagrams look good. The autorouting algorithm does not attempt to avoid objects, but should at least make the lines go the right direction out from connection points. If it doesn’t appear to work, double-click the zig-zag line and check that autorouting is on for it. This setting can also be accessed from the object menu.