Pie Chart

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1. Select the Style of Chart you would like to work with.

 

Pie_chart_style

Figure 1: The 2D Pie chart style was selected.

 

2. From the drop down list select the field which you would like to use for the Labels of the Pie Chart.

 

Pie_chart_series

Figure 2: The field Country was selected for the Labels.

 

3. From the drop down list select the field which you would like to use for the Value of the Pie Chart.

 

Pie_chart_series_value

Figure 3: The sum of the Internet Sales was selected to be the value of the Pie chart.

 

4. If needed change the function of the Value by selecting the summation button.

 

Chart_Select_Function

Figure 4: The list of available function types.

 

5. Once you have configured all of your series all of your Chart, you may need to apply a local filter to your data. Visit this helpful page to learn more about applying a local filter.

 

local_Filter_button

Figure 5: The edit filter button in the Insert Chart Dialog.

 

6. You are able to enter a Caption for the Chart in the Properties section if needed.

 

Pie_chart_caption

Figure 6: A caption was added to the chart.

 

7. Once you have set up the necessary values and filters select Insert and the Pie Chart will be inserted in to the design surface.

 

Pie_chart_design_surface

Figure 7: The resulting Pie Chart in the design surface.

Next Steps

Chart Properties- Learn about how to edit and customize your chart after inserting it into the design surface.

Include or Exclude Widgets - Learn how to exclude widgets from your dashboard without deleting it all together.

Resizing Widgets - Learn how to resize your widgets in the design surface.

Repositioning Widgets - Lean how to reposition your widgets after inserting into the design surface.