Chart guide
How to Make a Waterfall Chart
Show how increases and decreases explain a final value.
- Start with a baseline.
- Separate positive and negative changes.
- Use subtotals carefully.
- End with a labeled final value.
Decision use
What this guide helps you decide
Show how increases and decreases explain a final value. Use it before choosing a chart type, writing a title, checking accessibility, or exporting a chart for a report.
Apply the idea
- Start with a baseline.
- Separate positive and negative changes.
- Use subtotals carefully.
- End with a labeled final value.
Check before publishing
- Confirm the chart matches the reader task.
- Add units, source, and period when needed.
- Use a working tool to test the recommendation.
Common limit
- This guide explains a decision pattern, not a full data analysis workflow.
- Use the linked tools when you need preview, audit, or export.