Display The Chart Data Labels Using The Data Callout Option
Charts are a great way to represent data in a more visually appealing and understandable way. However, sometimes we need to display the data labels to understand the chart better. In this article, we'll learn how to display chart data labels using the data callout option.
What is a Data Callout?
A data callout is a feature in charts that displays the values of data points in a chart. It is a text box that appears next to a data point and displays the value of that data point. Data callouts are useful when you want to display the exact value of a data point in a chart.
How to Display Chart Data Labels Using the Data Callout Option
To display chart data labels using the data callout option, follow these steps:
- Select the chart that you want to add data labels to.
- Click on the chart to activate the Chart Tools tab in the ribbon.
- Click on the Chart Layouts tab in the ribbon.
- Click on the Data Labels drop-down menu.
- Select "More Data Label Options" at the bottom of the drop-down menu.
- The Format Data Labels pane will appear on the right-hand side of the screen.
- Under the Label Options section, select the "Value From Cells" option.
- Select the range of cells that contain the data labels you want to use.
- Click OK to close the Format Data Labels pane.
- Your chart should now have data labels displayed using the data callout option.
Customizing the Data Callout
You can customize the appearance of the data callout to suit your needs. To do this, follow these steps:
- Select the data callout that you want to customize.
- Right-click on the data callout to activate the context menu.
- Select "Format Data Labels" from the context menu.
- The Format Data Labels pane will appear on the right-hand side of the screen.
- Under the Label Options section, you can customize the appearance of the data callout.
- You can change the font, font size, font color, background color, and border color of the data callout.
- You can also choose to display the data callout connector or choose a different connector type.
- Once you have made your changes, click OK to close the Format Data Labels pane.
Conclusion
Displaying chart data labels using the data callout option is a great way to make your charts more understandable and informative. It allows you to display the exact values of data points in a chart, which can be useful in many different situations. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can easily add data labels using the data callout option to your charts and customize their appearance to suit your needs.