Pie Chart
In this article, we will explain how to create and customize a pie chart. So let's get started!
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In this article, we will explain how to create and customize a pie chart. So let's get started!
Last updated
A pie chart is a chart that visualizes data using pie slices of different sizes. The size of each pie slice represents the magnitude of the data it represents, and the pie slices are typically arranged in a circular fashion.
Here is an example of a pie chart:
This pie chart shows the sales data for a company by region. The size of each pie slice represents the magnitude of the sales data for each region.
Sample data:
| Region | Sales ($) |
|---|---|
North America | 50,000 |
Europe | 75,000 |
Asia | 100,000 |
South America | 125,000 |
Africa | 150,000 |
Navigate to Add New Chart screen
Select data source
Select "Pie Chart" type from gallery
1) The configuration shown illustrates how to map the sales on the Slice Values and the Regions on the Slice Labels in order to generate the pie chart.
2) To customize the appearance of an area chart, follow these steps:
Click on the "Customize" tab
Go to "Pie" accordion to select the desired options
Select the desired customization options, such as slice border color, slice value (percent, value, or other) text formatting, slide angels, and more
This allows you to tailor the appearance of the chart to your specific needs and preferences. You can customize a variety of options to create a chart that effectively communicates your data and insights.
Pie charts are often used to visualize data that is organized into categories or groups. They are particularly useful for showing the relative proportions of different data points and for highlighting trends and patterns in the data.
There are a few useful tips to keep in mind when using pie charts:
Make sure to clearly label the chart and include a descriptive title.
Use a clear and readable font for the labels and axis ticks to make it easier for readers to understand the chart.
Use colors and patterns effectively to differentiate between the different categories and to make the chart more visually appealing.
Use tooltips or data labels to provide more detailed information about specific data points.
There are a few situations where a pie chart may not be the best choice:
If you have a large number of categories, a pie chart may not be the most effective way to visualize the data. In this case, you may want to consider using a bar chart or a stacked bar chart instead.
If you want to show continuous trends over time, a pie chart may not be the most appropriate choice.
Infinity offers many customization options for your chart. To access these options, click on the customize tab in the chart builder screen. This will display a list of customization options.
Here is a list of notable customization options for the line chart.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
Aggregation | To create an aggregation, click on the data series chip in the data mapping section and choose the desired aggregation. There are various aggregation options available based on the data type. |
Renaming the Data Series | To rename a data series, click on the data series chip in the data mapping section. A pop-up will appear, allowing you to change the name and any aggregation options. |
Series | To change the colors of each of the pie sections:
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Chart Background | To change the chart background, follow these steps:
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Padding and Zoom | To change the padding and zoom, follow these steps:
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Legend | To customize the legend, follow these steps:
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Add/Change colors and set other options.
