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- What type of chart is good for single series of data?
- What type of graph should I use?
- What type of chart is best for comparing multiple items at once?
What type of chart is good for single series of data?
Pie and doughnut charts
Pie charts show the size of items in one data series, proportional to the sum of the items. The data points in a pie chart are shown as a percentage of the whole pie. Consider using a pie chart when: You have only one data series.
What type of graph should I use?
If you want to compare values, use a pie chart — for relative comparison — or bar charts — for precise comparison. If you want to compare volumes, use an area chart or a bubble chart. If you want to show trends and patterns in your data, use a line chart, bar chart, or scatter plot.
What type of chart is best for comparing multiple items at once?
Stacked Bar Chart
Use this chart to compare many different items and show the composition of each item you're comparing.
