Donut Chart
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Free Online Donut Chart Maker
What is a Donut Chart?
A donut chart is a circular chart with a hollow center that displays proportional data as slices of a ring. Like a pie chart, each slice represents a share of the whole, but the open center gives you space to highlight a total, KPI, or key label. Donut charts work best with 2–6 categories and are ideal when you want to show part-to-whole relationships in a clean, visually distinct format.
Key Features
Adjustable Inner Radius
Control how thick or thin the ring appears to balance readability and visual weight.
Flexible Label Positions
Place labels inside the ring, outside with leader lines, or hide them entirely for a clean look.
Label Content Options
Display slice names, raw values, percentages, or combinations like name + percent.
Start & End Angle Control
Rotate the chart or clip it to a partial arc to draw attention to specific segments.
Padding Angle & Corner Radius
Add spacing between slices and round their ends for a polished, modern appearance.
Legend Positioning
Place the legend at the top, bottom, left, or right to fit your layout.
Best For
When to Use
- You have 2–6 categories that sum to a meaningful whole
- You want to show part-to-whole relationships at a glance
- You need the center to highlight a total, KPI, or headline number
- Relative size matters more than precise values
- Your audience expects a circular format for proportional data
- You're showing composition rather than change over time
Common Mistakes
- !Using more than 6 slices — small slivers become impossible to compare
- !Including an 'Other' slice that is larger than most named categories
- !Starting the chart at an unusual angle, making clockwise reading awkward
- !Assigning similar colors to adjacent slices, reducing visual distinction
- !Leaving the center empty when a total or KPI would add clear value
- !Choosing a donut when a bar chart would make precise comparisons easier
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