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Y-axis: It is the vertical axis of the chart. The value of each data series is plotted on this axis. It is
                   also known as the value axis.
                   Data Series: It is related to the set of values. It is represented by the bars or slices that have data
                   values.

                   Legend: It is a key that displays the symbols or colours used in the chart.
                   Chart Area: It includes all objects and elements of a chart.
                   Gridlines: These can be either horizontal or vertical lines depending on the selected chart type. It
                   makes it easier to read and understand the values.

                   Plot Area: It is a rectangular area that contains two axes. It carries the actual chart and includes
                   the plotted data, data series, category and value axis.




                      Tick ( ) if you know this.
                         Charts are used to represent data in a graphic form.

                          Y-axis is the horizontal axis in a chart.




                           TYPES OF CHARTS

                 Excel provides numerous types of charts to present data in diverse ways. Let us discuss a few

                 commonly used charts.

                 COLUMN CHART

                 A column chart is used to display data in the form
                 of vertical bars within a specified time period. These
                 vertical bars are used to show the comparison
                 between categories which are represented by
                 rectangles. The categories are typically organised

                 along the horizontal axis and values along the
                 vertical axis.




                                                                   BAR CHART

                                                                   A  bar chart is used to display the data in the
                                                                   form of long rectangular rods, also called bars.
                                                                   The categories are represented on the vertical
                                                                   axis and values are represented on the horizontal
                                                                   axis. It is used to compare individual items and
                                                                   also highlight a comparison of values. A bar chart

                                                                   is also known as a histogram.



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