The pie chart is one of the more commonly used chart types. You can use the following options to control pie chart appearance:
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The pie chart displays can total slightly more or less than 100%. Additionally, 0% items can appear when the percentage is between .5% and 1%. This display of 0% items is due to the rounding performed by the charting software. |
The Group small values option allows the combination of smaller values into a single value. When several small values are included in a pie chart, it can become crowded and difficult to read. By combining some of the very small values, the pie chart is easier to use.
To group small values:
When you click the Apply button the changes are implemented but the dialog box remains open.
The Begin grouping at (0-10%) option determines the point at which grouping starts in the pie chart. Grouping can be begin at any point between 0 and 10%. Starting grouping at 0% performs the same action as disabling this option.
To begin grouping at a point:
When you click the Apply button the changes are implemented but the dialog box remains open.