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Choosing the Right Data Visualization Tool: A Guide to Infographics, Placemats, and Dashboards
Choosing the right data visualization tool is key to effectively communicating insights. This guide explores when to use infographics, data placemats, and dashboards, helping you simplify complex data, engage stakeholders, and enhance decision-making. Plus, download our free infographic for a quick reference!
Data Visualization Applications: Slope Charts
Slope charts are an effective data visualization tool for illustrating changes over time. They allow for easy comparisons between two distinct time periods, simplify complex data, and enhance data storytelling. This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to create an impactful slope chart in Excel, including best practices for formatting, highlighting key insights, and improving the overall appearance.
Chart Templates: The Time Saver You Should Be Using
Chart templates will alleviate the pains of trying to reformat every new chart from scratch. From adjusting text size and font to formatting bar width and colour, a template will save you a significant amount of time in drafting your next evaluation report.