Area graph

A

Dec 15

Written By Three Hive Consulting

Area graphs are similar to line graphs, but the area under the line is shaded. Area charts are often used to represent cumulative totals or volumes.

The example is from The Data Visualisation Catalogue.

Area graph example graphic

See also: data viz, nested area graph, Data Viz Decision Tree Infographic, Choosing the Right Data Visualization Tool Infographic

Return to the Evaluation Dictionary

Three Hive Consulting

Archival data

Assessment