Show Report Data Graphically

To help readers understand your data quickly and easily, show the data in chart form. Charts appear just above the report table. They can help users get a feel for the data before they delve into the details. Use line charts to track changes over time, or a bar or pie chart to compare values at a point in time. You can add a chart to any report that’s grouped by rows (summary report) or rows and columns (matrix report). Charts can also appear in dashboard widgets.

1. Add a Chart to a Report
   Add a chart to give users a visual way to understand the data in your report.
2. Chart Properties
   You can add a chart to any report that’s grouped by rows (summary report) or rows and columns (matrix report). The chart properties specify the data that appears in the chart, its labels and colors, and any conditional highlighting.
3. Present Data Effectively with Charts
   Report chart appearance can be affected by negative values, very large or small numbers, custom summary formulas, and field-level security. Chart appearance can also change when you switch the report format or change groupings and blocks.
4. Show Multiple Sets of Data in One Chart
   A combination chart plots multiple sets of data on a single chart. Each set of data is based on a different field, so values are easy to compare. You can also combine certain chart types to present data in different ways in a single chart.
5. Combination Chart Examples
   Use a combination chart to show multiple values against a single axis range, show two chart types together, or compare two continuous summary values.
6. Chart Formatting Options
   Control the appearance and behavior of your chart.