Create A Clustered Column Chart Based On The Selected Data
Select The Data To Be Displayed In The Chart
Before creating a clustered column chart, you need to select the data that you want to display in the chart. This can be done by highlighting the cells that contain the data. You can select multiple columns or rows by holding down the Ctrl key while selecting each column or row.
Insert A Clustered Column Chart
Once you have selected the data, you can insert a clustered column chart by going to the Insert tab on the Excel ribbon and clicking on the Column Chart button. From the dropdown menu, select the Clustered Column Chart option.
Format The Chart
After inserting the chart, you can format it by selecting the chart and going to the Chart Tools tab on the Excel ribbon. From here, you can change the chart type, chart layout, chart style, and other formatting options.
Add Chart Elements
You can also add chart elements to the clustered column chart, such as a chart title, axis titles, legend, and data labels. To add these elements, select the chart and go to the Chart Tools tab on the Excel ribbon. From here, click on the Add Chart Element button and select the element that you want to add.
Change The Chart Data
If you want to change the data that is displayed in the clustered column chart, you can do so by selecting the chart and clicking on the Select Data button on the Chart Tools tab. From here, you can add or remove data series, change the order of the data series, and edit the data source range.
Customize The Chart Axis
You can customize the chart axis by selecting the chart and going to the Chart Tools tab on the Excel ribbon. From here, click on the Axis Options button and select the axis that you want to customize. You can change the axis scale, format the axis labels, and adjust other settings.
Save The Chart
Once you have created and formatted the clustered column chart, you can save it by selecting the chart and going to the File tab on the Excel ribbon. From here, click on the Save As button and choose the file format that you want to use.
Conclusion
Creating a clustered column chart in Excel is a simple process that can be done in just a few steps. By selecting the data, inserting the chart, formatting it, and adding chart elements, you can create a professional-looking chart that displays your data in a clear and easy-to-understand way.