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Charting Your Data

One of the best ways to present your data in a clear and understandable form is to use a well-designed chart. A chart provides the clarity and visual impact that make your data come alive in such a way that difficult concepts and comparisons become immediately understandable. You’ll need to decide what you want to include in the chart, where to put everything, and the type of chart that will best illustrate the information.

Create a Chart

1. Select the data you want to use in the chart.

2. On the Insert tab, click the type of chart you ...