When NOT to Use a Line Chart
There are few hard-and-fast rules when it comes to data visualization, but one thing is for certain: line charts are not suitable for comparing multiple categories at one point in time for a single variable…
Think About (the Amount of) Ink
When designing a chart, use your ink wisely by: (1) Reducing axis clutter; (2) Bringing the chart information into focus; (3) Using color to highlight a key point; and (4) Adding an informative title…
When Graphs Get a Bad R.A.P.
When something about a chart's design seems off, check whether it follows the R(epetition) A(lignment) P(roximity) principles of design...
Use Contrast to Create Impact
Color contrast is a powerful way to direct attention to specific elements of a design and can make your message more memorable…
Methods ≠ Methodology
A methodology is more than the methods used to collect, analyze, and interpret data…
Data Viz Toolkit: Tale of the Tile Grid Map
Although choropleth maps are a common choice for visualizing data that are location specific, they can be difficult to interpret — especially when the areas on the map vary in size. This is where tile grid maps become useful…