Select and Edit Data questions usually focus on automatic updates, data series changes, and series removal; this FAQ includes 3 common questions and a glossary.
FAQ
Will the chart update automatically after I edit the data?
- Select the chart and open Edit Data.
- Change values or text in the data table.
- Return to the chart and review the result. In normal use, the chart updates after the changes are applied.
How do I add a new data series?
- Select the chart and open Select Data.
- In the related settings window, add a new series.
- Choose the corresponding data range and confirm the change, then check whether the new series appears in the chart.
How do I remove a data series I no longer need?
- Select the chart and open Select Data.
- In the series list, select the item you no longer need.
- Delete it and confirm the change, then check whether the chart removes that series.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Chart Tools | The command area that appears after a chart is selected and provides chart-related editing options. |
| Select Data | A feature used to define or adjust the data range referenced by a chart. |
| Data Series | A group of related values in a chart, often shown as one line, one bar group, or one category set. |