WPS Grouped Chart on Windows FAQ

Common questions about WPS Grouped Chart usually focus on use cases, secondary-axis decisions, and data preparation; this FAQ includes 3 common questions and a glossary.

FAQ

What scenarios are grouped charts useful for?

1. Use a grouped chart when you need to show totals and trends in the same visual.
2. For example, you can use a column series for sales and a line series for year-over-year growth.
3. This chart type also works well for output and margin analysis, or budget and progress reviews.

Why is a secondary axis useful for some data?

1. When two data series use very different scales or units, a single axis can reduce readability.
2. In that case, choose a grouped chart subtype that includes a secondary axis.
3. After that, verify that the primary axis and secondary axis are assigned to the correct series.

What data should I prepare before inserting a grouped chart?

1. Prepare a data range that includes category labels and numeric values.
2. Keep the range continuous when possible so the chart can be generated more smoothly.
3. If you want to show both comparison and trend, prepare at least two distinct data series.

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