Some of the common errors that can be made when creating a chart include choosing the wrong type of chart, ignoring conventions, overusing visual effects and inappropriate titles. However there are many more mistakes that can be made in this …
Some of the common errors that can be made when creating a chart include choosing the wrong type of chart, ignoring conventions, overusing visual effects and inappropriate titles. However there are many more mistakes that can be made in this …
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One of the cardinal sins of charting is the use of overly fancy charts. In many cases, those who commit this crime are trying to cover up for something else. Perhaps they do not have enough data, and they are …
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When generating a chart the most important point to be aware of before you begin is what exactly you want your chart to show. Are you comparing data sets from different time periods? Are you showing an evolving trend line? …
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As previously discussed, there are a number of factors that should be considered when deciding upon the layout of a dashboard. The most important position on the dashboard is the upper left corner, as this is where the majority of …
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