Using R and RStudio for Data Management, Statistical Analysis, and Graphics, 2nd Edition

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Chapter 8

A graphical compendium

This chapter provides a compendium of graphical displays. More details about configuration

options can be found in Chapter 9. Examples appear throughout the book.

Producing graphics for data analysis is relatively simple. Producing graphics for pub-

lication is more complex and typically requires a great deal of time to achieve the desired

appearance. Our intent is to provide sufficient guidance so that most effects can be achieved,

but further investigation of the documentation and experimentation will doubtless be nec-

essary for specific needs. There are a huge number of options: we aim to provide a roadmap

as well as examples to illustrate the power of the package. ...