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Chart

Chart refers to a visual representation of data that allows users to quickly and effectively convey information, trends, and insights from datasets without the need for extensive coding or manual chart creation. Digisquares platforms offer tools and interfaces that simplify the process of chart creation and customization, making it accessible to users with varying levels of technical expertise.

Chart Creation in Digisquares​

This documentation provides a comprehensive guide on how to use the Digisquares platform for creating and managing sophisticated charts. It details each part of the chart configuration interface, helping users effectively visualize their data.

Accessing the Chart Tool​

  1. Open the Chart Section: Navigate to the 'Chart' section from the sidebar of the Digisquares platform.
  2. Create a New Chart: Click on the '+ New Chart' button to start the chart creation process.

Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a Chart​

Step 1: General Settings​

  • Title: Enter a title for your chart which will appear as the main heading.
  • Subtext: Provide a subtitle for additional context.
  • Tooltips: Enhance data points with tooltips. Style them by clicking 'Add Styles' to adjust color, typography, and more.

Step 2: Data Source Configuration​

  • Select the source of your data (e.g., Visual Query, SQL Query, Workflow, API) to populate your chart dynamically.

Step 3: Chart Type Selection​

  • Choose a Chart Type: Select from various chart types like Line, Bar, Pie, Scatter, etc.
  • Customize the selected chart type according to the specific visualization needs of your data.

Step 4: Customize Chart Appearance​

  • Themes: Apply different themes to your chart to change its aesthetic appearance instantly.
  • Filters: Implement data filters to display only relevant parts of your data.
  • Aggregation: Use aggregation functions to compute summaries of different data groups.

Step 5: Detailed Styling Options​

  • Styles: Customize the chart's visual elements extensively, including colors, fonts, axis settings, size, and spacing.
  • Orientation and Page Layouts: Define the orientation (Portrait or Landscape) and page layout (e.g., A4, Letter) for chart printing.
  • Margins and Borders: Adjust the margins and borders to fit the chart perfectly within the designated space.

Step 6: Advanced Configuration​

  • Animation: Toggle animation settings to make the chart interactive. Adjust settings like animation duration and easing.
  • Legends and Axes: Configure the display of chart legends and modify axes properties for better data interpretation.

Step 7: Saving and Printing​

  • After all customizations, click 'Save' to store the chart configuration.
  • Use the 'Chart print' option to set up printing parameters and print the chart directly from the platform.

Conclusion​

The chart tool in Digisquares provides robust functionality for creating detailed and customizable data visualizations. By following this guide, users can easily configure charts to fit their data analysis and reporting needs, ensuring clear and effective data presentation.