A chart is a visual representation of information. Sometimes charts are based on numeric data and other times they are conceptual models. In either case, the visual is m… See more

Bar chartsare the most common chart types we see, and that’s because they are so easy to read and understand. If you’re working with numeric or quantitative data, a bar chart i… See more

Line charts(line graphs) are almost as common as bar charts, but they are useful for more specific scenarios. They are best used to show how a change in one number relates to c… See more

Pie charts are the last of the three most common chart types. They are often a go-to chart type, but it’s always worth asking whether they actually fit the bill. Pie chartsare a… See more

An area chart is essentially a line chart with the area beneath the line colored. The colored area draws a lot of attention, so they are most useful if you are looking to communica… See more