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QuestionHow do I change the horizontal axis to a vertical axis in Excel?Community AnswerClick "Edit" and then press "Move." If this doesn't work, double click the axis and use the dots to move it.
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QuestionHow can I show multiple sets of data, like the relationship between increases in mL and mass, for three different substances?Rebecca SmithCommunity AnswerInsert a graph, then click on "Select Data." Under "Legend Entries," click "Add" and select your first data set. Click "OK" and repeat for each additional set. Once finished, click "OK" to update the graph with all the data sets.
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QuestionHow do I plot standard deviation alongside my data in Excel?Community AnswerFirst calculate the standard deviation using the `STDEV.S` or `STDEV.P` function. Then copy the calculated values to a column adjacent to your data. Select both your data and the standard deviation values, go to the "Insert" tab, and choose a chart type like a line chart. Excel will generate a chart with both your data and the standard deviation values, which you can format for clarity and appearance.
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QuestionHow do I graph column A against column B in Excel?Community AnswerFirst select the data in both columns. Then go to the "Insert" tab, choose your desired chart type, and Excel will plot column A on the x-axis and column B on the y-axis. You can further adjust the chart's appearance using Excel's formatting options.
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QuestionHow can I change labels like "Day 1, Day 2, Day 3," into sizes like "0.01, 0.1, 1.0, 10, 100"?Community AnswerAssign numerical values based on your desired scale. Determine the scale, such as a logarithmic one, and assign values accordingly. In Excel you can manually edit the axis labels by right-clicking the axis, selecting "Format Axis," and setting your desired scale.
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QuestionWhat is a graph?Community AnswerA graph is a visual representation of data that shows the relationship between different variables or sets of data. Graphs are used to illustrate patterns, trends, and comparisons, making it easier to understand complex information at a glance. There are many types of graphs, each suited to specific data and analytical purposes, helping to interpret and communicate data more effectively than raw numbers or text alone.
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QuestionHow do I copy and paste my data from downloads to the workbook?Community AnswerOpen your workbook, access the folder with your downloaded data, select and copy the desired file, then paste it into Excel by right-clicking the appropriate cell. If it's a CSV file, you can open it directly in Excel via "File" > "Open" and proceed with your data manipulation.
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QuestionHow can I develop a graph showing a savings and checking account balance over a year or more, and what labels and ranges should I use?Community AnswerUse a line graph with time on the X-axis and account balances on the Y-axis. Label the X-axis as "Time" (e.g., Months, Years) and the Y-axis as "Balance ($, £)." Create two data series for each account, plotting data points as the balance at specific times. Use a legend to differentiate between accounts, and connect data points with lines to show balance trends over time.
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QuestionHow do I create a graph with one column of data in Excel?Mr cTop AnswererSelect the data column, go to the "Insert" tab, choose the chart type, and Excel will generate a chart automatically.
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QuestionHow do I add another series to a graph in Excel?Mr cTop AnswererTo add another series to a graph in Excel, go to the "Design" or "Chart Design" tab, select "Select Data" or "Edit Data," then click "Add" under "Legend Entries (Series)" and enter the series name and data range. Finally, click "OK" to add the new series to the graph.
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QuestionHow do I create a line graph in Excel?Toni BagunasCommunity Answer1. Set up your data. Usually, a line graph requires two axes, so your table should contain at least two columns of data for one line graph. 2. Select the data to be included in the chart. Highlight all the columns and rows of data you want to include in your graph. 3. Insert a line graph. With the source data selected, go to the INSERT tab on the upper right-hand side of the Excel screen, select the line graph icon beside the recommended charts icon, and choose which graph type you prefer.
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QuestionHow can I use arrows to highlight points on a graph?Rebecca SmithCommunity AnswerGo to the "Insert" tab and select the "Shapes" icon. There, you can find arrows that you can place onto the graph.
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QuestionHow can I add a chart title to my Excel graph if double-clicking doesn't work?Toni BagunasCommunity AnswerTo add a chart title, select the chart and go to the Design tab in the toolbar. Click on the Chart Elements icon to open a drop-down menu, choose Chart Title, and select the position for your title. Then, click inside the title box to enter your desired name.
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QuestionHow do I label the axes in Excel?Shefa BegumCommunity AnswerTo label the axes, select the chart to make it active, then click the "+" icon at the upper-right corner, which is the "Chart Elements" button. Check the boxes for "Axis Titles," choosing both "Primary Horizontal Axis Title" for the x-axis and "Primary Vertical Axis Title" for the y-axis. You can then click on the placeholders that appear to edit and type in your desired labels.
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QuestionHow do I print and save files in Excel, and how can I copy and paste without using a mouse?Rebecca SmithCommunity AnswerTo print in Excel, select the area you want to print and press "Ctrl" + "P" to open the print tab. For saving, use "Ctrl" + "S". For copying and pasting, use "Ctrl" + "C" to copy selected material and "Ctrl" + "V" to paste.
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QuestionHow can I show the sexes of people surveyed in graphs or charts if I have a table with columns for heights, ages, and sexes?Nicole YehCommunity AnswerYou can use a stacked bar chart or a pie chart to show the sexes. Select the desired columns by holding the Shift key for multiple selections, click "Insert" at the top, then "Recommended Charts" in the ribbon. If none of the charts work, click the "All Charts" tab in the chart pop-up window and select your desired chart type and sub-type.
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QuestionHow do I change the color on my bar graph?Ahhna ShrivstavaCommunity AnswerClick on the chart and go to chart design. You will get some options such as white to black. To change the color of bars, simply click on a bar. All bars will automaticly get selected. Go to format and change the color.
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QuestionHow do I change a data series?Tina XCommunity AnswerTo change a data series, you would select a range of your spreadsheet appropriate for the data.
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QuestionHow can I add another vertical axis in a graph?Deborah ArcharyCommunity AnswerAssuming you already know how to make a basic bar graph from a workbook? If not, check out Wikihow's article "Create a Graph in Excel." Keep in mind, Column A is used for your horizontal axis information. B1, C1, D1 etc. can be used as headings for each vertical axis. Input information from cell 2 onwards in each column. Just make sure any information you input into these columns correlate cell by cell with your column A horizontal axis information. The information inputted in these columns i.e. B, C, D, E, etc. will be converted into a bar in your bar graph when you select all your information, click "insert", then "chart" and choose bar graph.
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QuestionHow can I change the range of numbers in the vertical axis?Jayna AkanovaCommunity AnswerIn a chart, click the value axis that you want to change, or do the following to select the axis from a list of chart elements: Click anywhere in the chart. On the Format tab, in the Current Selection group, click the arrow next to the Chart Elements box, and then click Vertical (Value) Axis.
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QuestionHow to rename data series?Jayna AkanovaCommunity AnswerRight-click the chart with the data series you want to rename, and click Select Data. In the Select Data Source dialog box, under Legend Entries (Series), select the data series, and click Edit. In the Series name box, type the name you want to use.
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QuestionHow do I label a Series?Jayna AkanovaCommunity AnswerRight-click the chart with the data series you want to rename, and click Select Data. In the Select Data Source dialog box, under Legend Entries (Series), select the data series, and click Edit. In the Series name box, type the name you want to use.
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QuestionHow do I print a graph only in Excel?Community AnswerType control p on your laptop or go to print on the page font of your screen?
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