Table of contents

  1. Keep it simple (KISS)
  2. Chart size
  3. Number of lines per chart
  4. Location of y-axis
  5. Gridlines and unit intervals
  6. Gaps between bars
  7. Borders and backgrounds
  8. 3D and other chart effects

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Borders and backgrounds

Do not use borders and backgrounds for charts.

Example of an inaccessible chart with a background and border

A bar chart with a thick blue border around the edges of the chart.