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Chart Elements

Charts are powerful tools for data visualization. Each chart is made up of several chart elements, which can be formatted individually to generate charts with a customized layout. Configuring chart elements in a spreadsheet not only enables users to represent information in a meaningful way but also helps them put together a clear view of comparisons and trends for advanced data visualization and analysis.

A basic chart with the primary chart elements is shown in the image below.

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The following topics explain the various chart elements and their formatting options:

Chart Elements

Descriptions

Chart Title

Represents a the title of the chart.

Chart Area

Represents the entire chart control area.

Plot Area

Represents the graphics area used to draw the chart trends.

Axes

Represents the ruler used to draw the chart trends.

Data Series

Represents the data trends for one group of data values.

Trendline

Represents a straight or curved line that is added on the chart to show the trends.

Error Bar

Represents the error or uncertainty of data on charts.

Chart Lines

Represents the High-Low and Drop lines on charts.

Up-Down Bar

Represents up-down bars used in line charts.

Data Table

Represents a grid that displays the source data of the chart

Data Label

Represents the relevant information on the chart.

Legend

Represents the identifiers for each of the series of the data.