Common questions about WPS Line Chart usually focus on suitable data, style effects, and export methods; this FAQ covers 4 common questions and practical answers.
FAQ
What kind of data works well in a line chart?
- Use data with a time sequence or another natural order whenever possible.
- Set dates, periods, or ordered identifiers as the horizontal axis.
- Set record counts or summarized field values as the vertical axis.
- If your data is mainly unordered categories, consider a chart type that is better for category comparison.
Can I change the line chart into a smooth curve?
- Open the line chart editing panel.
- Switch to the Chart Style tab.
- Look for the line effect or related style option and change it.
- Preview the result and click Confirm to save the change.
Why does the trend still look unclear after I set the horizontal axis?
- Check whether the horizontal axis field has a continuous order, such as dates or numbered items.
- Confirm that Sort By and Sort Order match the result you expect.
- If needed, adjust the data range or filter conditions again.
- Return to the preview area and confirm whether the updated trend is clearer.
How can I place the chart into a report or presentation?
- Click the target line chart component.
- Open the upper-right ... menu.
- Select Copy as Image or Export as Image.
- Insert the resulting image into your report, slide deck, or other material.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Dimension (Horizontal Axis) | The field that controls the order shown across the chart, often used for dates, periods, or ordered categories. |
| Metric (Vertical Axis) | The value shown on the vertical axis, such as a record count or a summary of a selected field. |
| Grouping (Legend) | A setting that splits data into multiple series so different lines can be compared in one chart. |
| Copy as Image | An option that copies the current chart as an image so you can paste it into another document. |