18. Adding Graphs, PivotCharts, and PivotTables

One of the primary factors leading to Microsoft Access’s early success in the desktop PC database market was quick and easy data visualization—the capability to add to forms and reports attractive graphs and charts based on numeric data contained in tables or generated by queries. Data visualization is an element of infographics, which offer thought-provoking and insightful visual representations of information, data, or knowledge. Data visualization is vital when you must bring important information to the attention of busy executives who need to understand emerging trends or abrupt changes to manage effectively. Graphs and charts are the foundation of user interfaces for PC-based business information ...

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