Let's break down the essential Excel chart types and how to use them effectively. In an Excel bar chart, each data point is represented by a rectangular, horizontal bar. The length of each bar is ...

The first thing to look at is what part of the chart you're about to format by looking at the pane's top-left drop-down menu.

The Format Chart Pane in Excel, with the Axis Options icon selected and the corresponding settings opened. In the Bounds ...