Donut Chart Maker
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About Donut Charts
When to Use Donut Charts
Donut charts are ideal for showing proportional relationships between categories and are particularly effective when you want to highlight a central metric or allow space for additional information in the center.
Benefits of Donut Charts
- Clearly shows proportional relationships between data categories
- The center hole allows for additional information or metrics
- More visually appealing than standard pie charts for many applications
- Easier to compare segments than in standard pie charts
- Works well for both simple and complex proportional data sets
How to Create a Donut Chart
Enter your data
Add categories and values in the data section. You can add or remove slices as needed.
Customize appearance
Adjust inner and outer radius, colors, padding, and corner radius to style your chart.
Configure labels and legend
Choose label position, content type, and legend placement for optimal readability.
Fine-tune settings
Adjust angles, stroke width, and other settings to perfect your visualization.
Tips for Better Charts:
- Keep the number of segments below 7 for better readability
- Use contrasting colors to make each segment distinct
- Consider placing important information in the center hole
- Use the inner radius setting to control the thickness of the ring
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between a pie chart and a donut chart?
A donut chart is essentially a pie chart with a hole in the center. This hole can be used to display additional information or simply to improve visual clarity.
Can I display multiple data series in a donut chart?
Traditional donut charts display a single data series. For multiple series, consider using nested donuts or alternative chart types.
How many segments should my donut chart have?
For optimal readability, keep your donut chart to 5-7 segments maximum. If you have more categories, consider grouping smaller ones into an 'Other' category.
What should I put in the center of my donut chart?
The center can display a summary statistic, total value, key message, or remain empty for a cleaner look.