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What is the first step to insert a Clustered Column chart?
What is the first step to insert a Clustered Column chart?
Where should you drag the chart object?
Where should you drag the chart object?
So the top left corner is at cell A20.
How do you resize the selected chart to cell H35?
How do you resize the selected chart to cell H35?
Click and drag a resize handle down and to the right until the cursor is at cell H35.
How do you apply the Style 7 chart style to a chart?
How do you apply the Style 7 chart style to a chart?
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What color scheme should you apply from the Monochromatic section?
What color scheme should you apply from the Monochromatic section?
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What title should be added above the chart?
What title should be added above the chart?
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How do you add data labels to a pie chart?
How do you add data labels to a pie chart?
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How can you add a trendline to a chart?
How can you add a trendline to a chart?
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What button do you click to switch the data series with the categories on a chart?
What button do you click to switch the data series with the categories on a chart?
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How do you change a chart to a Clustered Column chart?
How do you change a chart to a Clustered Column chart?
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What should you do to filter out the Excursion data from the chart?
What should you do to filter out the Excursion data from the chart?
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What color should be changed for the selected gridlines?
What color should be changed for the selected gridlines?
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What should you apply to the title of the chart from the WordArt gallery?
What should you apply to the title of the chart from the WordArt gallery?
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What type of chart should you insert?
What type of chart should you insert?
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What should you do to open the Format Data Series task pane?
What should you do to open the Format Data Series task pane?
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How much should you change the explosion for the Room and Cabin Rentals slice?
How much should you change the explosion for the Room and Cabin Rentals slice?
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What type of combo chart should you add to the worksheet?
What type of combo chart should you add to the worksheet?
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How do you change the combo chart series to the secondary axis?
How do you change the combo chart series to the secondary axis?
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What type of chart should you insert?
What type of chart should you insert?
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Where should you insert a Column sparkline?
Where should you insert a Column sparkline?
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What color should you change the selected sparklines to?
What color should you change the selected sparklines to?
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What should you do to clear the sparklines in the group?
What should you do to clear the sparklines in the group?
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How do you move the selected chart to a new chart sheet?
How do you move the selected chart to a new chart sheet?
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Study Notes
Chart Insertion and Manipulation
- Use the Quick Analysis Tool to insert a Clustered Column chart quickly.
- Drag the chart to position its top left corner at cell A20.
- Resize the chart so its lower right corner is aligned with cell H35.
Formatting Chart Styles and Colors
- Apply Style 7 from the chart styles to enhance visual appearance.
- Select the Monochromatic Palette 2 color scheme for consistent color usage.
- Change selected gridlines to Black, Text 1 for better visibility.
Chart Titles and Data Presentation
- Add a title "Second Quarter Activity" above the chart via the Chart Elements button.
- Ensure to include data labels for enhanced clarity on a pie chart.
- Insert a trendline to visually analyze data trends over time.
Data Management in Charts
- Switch data series with categories using the Switch Row/Column function.
- Change the chart type back to a Clustered Column if necessary.
- Filter out specific data series like Excursion to focus on relevant information.
Advanced Chart Features
- Apply special formatting options like explosion effects to pie chart slices.
- Utilize the Format Data Series task pane for deeper customization.
- Create combo charts, such as Clustered Column-Line on a Secondary Axis for complex data relationships.
Sparklines and Worksheet Management
- Insert Column sparklines in designated cells for visual data representation.
- Adjust sparkline colors to enhance readability and presentation.
- Clear specific sparklines or groups to manage the worksheet effectively.
Miscellaneous Chart Functions
- Move charts to new sheets for better organization of data presentations.
- Double-click pie charts to access formatting features and customize further.
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