Column chart examples.
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What a column chart is.
A column chart compares values with vertical bars. Each bar shares the same baseline, which makes it easy to compare a small number of categories or periods by height.
Use a column chart for discrete categories such as products, teams or quarters. When the key message is a continuous trend across many dates, a line chart is generally a better fit.
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Who uses column charts.
Compare regional or product results in a chart that works in a slide or weekly report.
See which product lines, shifts or teams need attention without sorting through a table.
Report monthly participation in a straightforward, accessible format.
How to make a column chart in three steps.
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Common questions
What is a column chart?
A column chart uses vertical bars to compare values across categories or periods. Bar height represents the value, and a shared baseline makes differences easy to see.
When should I use a column chart?
Use one to compare a limited number of discrete categories, such as products, regions, teams or quarters. A line chart is better for showing a trend across many time periods.
How do I make a column chart?
State the title, category labels, values and unit. For grouped columns, also state the series that should be compared within each category.
Can I add more than one series?
Yes. Ask for grouped columns to compare series side by side, or stacked columns to show the composition of each total.
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