Formatting a Chart in Excel

Issue/Question

How do I customize a chart?

Environment

  • Microsoft 365

Resolution

  1. Select the chart.
  2. Switch to the Format tab.
  3. Select Format Selection to reveal the Format Chart Area task pane.
  4. Click  of the currently selected Chart Option in the Current Selection section of the ribbon.
  5. Select the desired section of the chart you want to modify.
  6. Change the sub-options as desired.
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