Types of data visualizations

Data visualization

There are many categories to consider when creating your data visualization. Here are some common types of visualizations.

Emphasizes variations (+/-) from a fixed reference point.

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Shows relationship between two or more variables.

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Shows an item’s position in an ordered list.

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Shows values in a dataset and how often they occur.

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Emphasizes changing trends over a designated period of time.

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Shows how a single entity is broken down into its component elements.

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Shows size comparisons (usually a “counted” number of items).

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Shows precise locations and geographical patterns in data.

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Shows volumes or intensity of movement between two or more states or conditions.

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