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- How do I know which graph to use?
- Which type of graph is better for showing distribution of data?
- What type of chart is good for single series of data?
- What is the best graph to compare two sets of data?
How do I know which graph to 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.
Which type of graph is better for showing distribution of data?
Scatter plots are best for showing distribution in large data sets.
What type of chart is good for single series of data?
Pie chart. Data that is arranged in one column or row only on an Excel sheet can be plotted in a pie chart. 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 displayed as a percentage of the whole pie.
What is the best graph to compare two sets of data?
A Dual Axis Line Chart is one of the best graphs for comparing two sets of data. The chart has a secondary y-axis to help you display insights into two varying data points. More so, it uses two axes to easily illustrate the relationships between two variables with different magnitudes and scales of measurement.
