How to Create Several Column Charts Using Small Multiples

Introduction

This article describes how to create several column charts using small multiples (panel charts), starting with an existing table like this:

We will end up with several small column charts like this:

Method

1. From the toolbar select Charts > Visualization > Column > Small Multiples Column.

2. Under Inputs > DATA SOURCE > Output select the table that you want to base the chart on.

3. Under Chart > APPEARANCE change the value in Number of rows of panels to 1 (this will ensure the three charts end up next to each other. Setting this to 2 or higher would show the charts one above the other).

4. OPTIONAL: Under Chart > DATA SERIES > Color palette change the palette to Rainbow.

5. OPTIONAL: Change the Chart > VALUES (Y) AXIS > Maximum value to 0.3 to set the highest point on the Y-axis to 30%.

6. Click Calculate and/or ensure that Automatic is checked.

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