Chart guide
Pie Chart vs Donut Chart
Understand when part-to-whole charts are readable.
- Keep slices limited.
- Use a donut center for one KPI.
- Prefer bars for precise comparison.
- Label percentages clearly.
Decision use
What this guide helps you decide
Understand when part-to-whole charts are readable. Use it before choosing a chart type, writing a title, checking accessibility, or exporting a chart for a report.
Apply the idea
- Keep slices limited.
- Use a donut center for one KPI.
- Prefer bars for precise comparison.
- Label percentages clearly.
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.