{"id":19749,"date":"2023-06-12T04:55:46","date_gmt":"2023-06-12T08:55:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/?p=19749"},"modified":"2025-09-12T07:36:27","modified_gmt":"2025-09-12T11:36:27","slug":"report-design","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/report-design\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Best Report Design Ideas &#038; Tips for Engaging Reports"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"3300\" height=\"1843\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2018\/10\/report-design-header.png\" alt=\"report design\" class=\"wp-image-19787\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A good report design encompasses a visually appealing and well-structured layout that effectively communicates information. It involves a clear and logical organization with headings and sections, consistent branding elements, readable typography and a visual hierarchy to emphasize key points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ultimately, <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/features\/report-maker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">designing a good report<\/a> goes beyond aesthetics and encompasses strategic elements that facilitate effective information communication. This includes implementing visually appealing and well-structured layouts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ideally, your report should be mobile-friendly too. Sounds like a lot, but I&#8217;ve got everything covered in this guide so keep reading or get started right away with one of Venngage&#8217;s professionally designed <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">report templates<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/features\/report-maker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>CREATE A REPORT FOR FREE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Report design essentials with examples<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019ve seen reports that kept me engaged and others that feel like a wall of text. The difference? Good design. A well-structured report enhances readability, highlights key insights, and keeps readers engaged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this section, I\u2019ll share essential report design principles with real examples to help you create professional, visually compelling reports that inform and impress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><b><a href=\"#1\">Balance text and visuals for engaging and readable reports<\/a><\/b><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><a href=\"#2\">Use a highlight color to emphasize key data and insights<\/a><\/b><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><a href=\"#3\">Structure text for clear hierarchy and easy navigation<\/a><\/b><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><a href=\"#4\">Apply branding for a professional and consistent report design<\/a><\/b><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><a href=\"#5\">Visualize data with charts and graphs for better storytelling<\/a><\/b><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><a href=\"#6\">Use a 2-column layout for better readability and organization<\/a><\/b><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><a href=\"#7\">Improve readability with whitespace and proper formatting<\/a><\/b><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><a href=\"#8\">Maintain consistency with visual motifs and design elements<\/a><\/b><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><a href=\"#9\">Group related information with color blocks for clarity<\/a><\/b><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><a href=\"#10\">Include an appendix with detailed tables, charts and data<\/a><\/b><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#11\"><strong>Add an eye-catching cover to your report<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>First things first, when writing a report that uses a lot of data, you should use the <strong>IMRaD format<\/strong>. IMRaD is an acronym that stands for Introduction &#8211; Method &#8211; Results &#8211; and &#8211; Discussion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your report is more text than data-heavy, such as if you were creating an annual report or a <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/nonprofit-annual-report-examples\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">nonprofit report<\/a> about a program of activities, you should broadly follow the IMRaD format too. Although with less emphasis on the &#8216;method&#8217; section. Instead, focus on showcasing the results of your work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\/retro-year-end-annual-report-eafcee19-be51-435b-b564-d4270e94dd00\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Retro-year-end-annual-report-design-template.jpg\" alt=\"Retro Year End Annual Report\n\" class=\"wp-image-35119\" width=\"480\" height=\"944\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\/retro-year-end-annual-report-eafcee19-be51-435b-b564-d4270e94dd00\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>EDIT THIS REPORT TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Once you feel confident and inspired, you can jump to our <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">reports templates<\/a> page to start designing your own custom report! Keep reading for some report design ideas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/features\/report-maker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>MAKE A REPORT NOW<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1\"><strong>1. Balance text and visuals for engaging and readable reports<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As humans, we\u2019re much better at grasping information presented in the form of visuals than written text. So when designing a text-heavy report, look for opportunities to <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/how-to-summarize\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">summarize information<\/a> by&nbsp;<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">transforming text into visuals<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to make your information more engaging and easier to digest. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t use words if the same information can be presented visually. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aim for at least a 50\/50 balance between text and images. At least half of each page should be dedicated to visuals like charts, diagrams, and helpful images.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\/modern-letter-fe82a0f5-b602-4613-bcbc-250af8692c42\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2018\/10\/modern-letter.png\" alt=\"Modern (Letter) Annual Report\" class=\"wp-image-19759\" width=\"525\" height=\"680\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\/modern-letter-fe82a0f5-b602-4613-bcbc-250af8692c42\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>EDIT THIS REPORT TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As with the simple report design above, every chunk of text in the report should be accompanied by a representative visual. The visual should communicate the bulk of the information, and the accompanying text should list the major takeaways.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if your report requires a more text-heavy approach, try to scatter visuals between the longer paragraphs of text. Alternating text with visuals will help keep your readers engaged from page to page like in this report design idea:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\/geometric-annual-report-a7dfbc72-7fed-485d-ac75-903ee49034e4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2018\/10\/geometric-report-4.png\" alt=\"Geometric Annual Report\n\" class=\"wp-image-19754\" width=\"612\" height=\"792\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\/geometric-annual-report-a7dfbc72-7fed-485d-ac75-903ee49034e4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>EDIT THIS REPORT TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just remember, functionality should always come first. Visuals should be used to enhance understanding&#8211;to categorize, highlight, and emphasize information&#8211;not just to break up the text. Choose visuals that make your content easier to understand.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\/progress\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">progress report templates<\/a>&nbsp;are ideal for businesses and consultants to showcase the right&nbsp;data and ignore all the minutiae in the process.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/consulting-report-template\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">consulting report templates<\/a>&nbsp;are another good resource.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2\"><strong>2. Use a highlight color to emphasize key data and insights<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/how-to-pick-colors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Color<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is one of the most important elements of any design.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Besides playing a role in the overall look and feel of a design, color can be even be used to control where our readers look. We can use bold color accents to draw our readers\u2019 attention to any key facts and figures that we think are particularly important.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As shown in the modern report design below, color is a powerful tool for highlighting significant data points and drawing attention to report headers. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\/monthly-sales-report-5c012505-8e9e-4be8-bbe5-e64d2514878d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2018\/10\/monthly-sales-performance-chart.png\" alt=\"Monthly Sales Report\n\" class=\"wp-image-19761\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\/monthly-sales-report-5c012505-8e9e-4be8-bbe5-e64d2514878d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>EDIT THIS REPORT TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just make sure you use highlight colors with restraint. Many bright, contrasting colors will compete with each other and overwhelm the senses, distracting from the message you\u2019re trying to communicate. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sticking with a single highlight color will enhance your readers\u2019 comprehension, and even help to tie your document together.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\/modern-orange-economic-policy-annual-report-de3a67f2-ef87-4280-9d8a-8b09b0534e3c\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2019\/11\/modern-orange-economic-report-design-template.png\" alt=\"Modern Orange Economic Policy Annual Report\n\" class=\"wp-image-35120\" width=\"528\" height=\"408\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\/modern-orange-economic-policy-annual-report-de3a67f2-ef87-4280-9d8a-8b09b0534e3c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>EDIT THIS REPORT TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3\"><strong>3. Structure text for clear hierarchy and easy navigation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Similar to the way we can use color to tell our readers what to look at first, we can use text size to tell our readers what to read first. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is what a typographic hierarchy is all about&#8211;sizing and styling text so that readers can easily navigate our reports with just a quick glance. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2018\/10\/example-02.png\" alt=\"Report Design Example\" class=\"wp-image-19778\" width=\"862\" height=\"611\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every report should have at least three levels of text hierarchy, and this hierarchy should be applied to the entire document. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Your text hierarchy should contain, at the very least:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Header text<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Subheader text<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paragraph text<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As seen in the report design below, headers should be big and bold enough to grab your reader\u2019s attention, and a bit stylized. Subheaders should be a little smaller, and a little less stylized. Paragraph text should be more minimal in style, and highly readable. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\/non-profit-annual-report-13223525-e400-4554-9280-335e4791d34c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2018\/10\/nonprofit-annual-report.png\" alt=\"Non Profit Annual Report\n\" class=\"wp-image-19762\" width=\"400\" height=\"1065\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\/non-profit-annual-report-13223525-e400-4554-9280-335e4791d34c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>EDIT THIS REPORT TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<p><b>Check out our guide on <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/how-to-choose-fonts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>choosing fonts<\/b><\/a><b> for more information on creating text hierarchies.<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4\"><strong>4. Apply branding for a professional and consistent report design<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s usually a good idea to take your company\u2019s branding into account when you create your reports. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using your brand elements will help you stick with a single visual theme from start to finish, which is critical to creating a report design that feels like one cohesive document.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As seen in this example from <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IPG Media<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> below, consistently applying company brand colors can have a dramatic effect.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2018\/10\/example-01-min.png\" alt=\"Media Economy Report Example\" class=\"wp-image-19788\" width=\"672\" height=\"504\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But don\u2019t be afraid to add your own personal touch! Just because your design is consistent with your company\u2019s branding doesn\u2019t mean you have no creative freedom. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can riff on your company\u2019s core brand elements to create a fun design that still meets the brief. This report design from <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maine Tourism<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> mixes some secondary colors with the core brand colors to give the report a unique feel.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2018\/10\/branded-report-design.png\" alt=\"Tourism Report Example\" class=\"wp-image-19770\" width=\"725\" height=\"490\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you haven\u2019t already, check out Venngage&#8217;s&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/my-brand-kit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">My Brand Kit<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. We\u2019ve made it even easier to apply your company\u2019s brand colors, fonts, and logos to all of our report templates!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just upload your company logo, and add your company\u2019s fonts and brand colors, then generate branded report templates with one click!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Screenshot-2025-03-06-at-3.27.55\u202fPM-1024x576.png\" alt=\"My Brand Kit Screenshot\" class=\"wp-image-101228\" width=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Screenshot-2025-03-06-at-3.27.55\u202fPM-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Screenshot-2025-03-06-at-3.27.55\u202fPM-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Screenshot-2025-03-06-at-3.27.55\u202fPM-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Screenshot-2025-03-06-at-3.27.55\u202fPM-1536x863.png 1536w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Screenshot-2025-03-06-at-3.27.55\u202fPM-2048x1151.png 2048w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Screenshot-2025-03-06-at-3.27.55\u202fPM-730x410.png 730w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/pricing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>TRY MY BRAND KIT NOW<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5\"><strong>5. Visualize data with charts and graphs for better storytelling<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Data visualizations<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in a long report don\u2019t have to be fancy.&nbsp;<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In fact, simpler is usually better!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And that&#8217;s why knowing the basics of <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/chart-design\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">chart design<\/a> can be a game changer for your report design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using simple charts like line, bar, bubble, and big number charts makes data easier to interpret, ensuring clarity and engagement. This is especially important for <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/competitor-analysis-template\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">competitive analysis reports<\/a>, where clear visuals help stakeholders quickly grasp key insights and make informed decisions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These basic charts can even be quite engaging if incorporated cleverly into your overall design. &nbsp;Check out this annual report design from the Hall Family Foundation, which uses very basic data visualization techniques (big number charts and bar charts) to great effect. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2018\/10\/data.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2018\/10\/data.png\" alt=\"report design\" class=\"wp-image-19772\" width=\"459\" height=\"218\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.behance.net\/gallery\/33800122\/Hall-Family-Foundation-Annual-Report\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just make sure you\u2019re using charts that are appropriate for the type of data that you have and the message you\u2019re trying to convey. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here are a few guidelines on&nbsp;how to<a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/how-to-choose-the-best-charts-for-your-infographic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> choose the right type of chart<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use line charts to highlight trends over time<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use bar charts and bubble charts to show difference among categories<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use big number charts to emphasize key performance indicators<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Watch: How to Pick The Right Chart For Your Data<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/aUk4npRmjL8\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One final tip for visualizing data in reports: include descriptions for all charts or tables to add context for readers. As seen below, each chart should have some accompanying text (a header, at the very least) that provides clarification and explains important trends.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\/web-analytics-report-dd548178-3028-4ef3-b6f4-c57d44c060fa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2018\/10\/web-analytics-report.png\" alt=\"Web Analytics Report\n\" class=\"wp-image-19767\" width=\"480\" height=\"1278\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\/web-analytics-report-dd548178-3028-4ef3-b6f4-c57d44c060fa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>EDIT THIS REPORT TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re not sure of the best way to visualize your data, look for inspiration in our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/statistical-infographic-templates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">statistical infographics<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Many of the same visualization techniques used in data-heavy infographics work surprisingly well in report designs, too.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6\"><strong>6. Use a 2-column layout for better readability and organization<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Messy, disorganized reports not only look unprofessional, they can be confusing! <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your reports organized by building them on a grid&#8211;ideally, a 2-column grid, as seen in this report design from the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Global Fund for Children<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. A grid gives a report some visual structure, prevents visual clutter, and creates a satisfying sense of rhythm in the design.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2018\/10\/grid.png\" alt=\"Year-in-Review Report Example\" class=\"wp-image-19773\" width=\"465\" height=\"318\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.behance.net\/gallery\/62185627\/Global-Fund-for-Children\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Designing on a 2-column grid will also prevent your paragraphs from getting too wide. 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Improve readability with whitespace and proper formatting<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whitespace, the empty space around every piece of content on a page, is an essential element of good design.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The perfect amount of whitespace makes a design feel balanced and pleasing, while a lack of whitespace makes a design feel cramped and unfinished. Just take a look at what a difference a bit of whitespace makes in a simple design:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2018\/10\/whitespace.png\" alt=\"Comparison Report Design Example\" class=\"wp-image-19777\" width=\"731\" height=\"380\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This report from <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Samsung Fire &amp; Marine Insurance<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a bit of an extreme example of whitespace in practice, but you get the point. The blank space around the text, numbers, and images helps a design feel light, polished and balanced:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2018\/10\/example-05.png\" alt=\"Global Management Report Example\" class=\"wp-image-19781\" width=\"544\" height=\"753\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.behance.net\/gallery\/65470719\/Samsung-Fire-Marine-Insurance-Annual-Report-Design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to adding whitespace to your reports, keep in mind that readers might get turned off when faced with large walls of text. Try to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">summarize your information<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, break text up into smaller sections and space those sections out to prevent pages from getting too busy.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\/monthly-report-ad96fd21-be62-4034-ad9c-e5a2b23bea27\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2018\/10\/monthly-report.png\" alt=\"Monthly Report\n\" class=\"wp-image-19760\" width=\"525\" height=\"680\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\/monthly-report-ad96fd21-be62-4034-ad9c-e5a2b23bea27\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>EDIT THIS REPORT TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whitespace is especially important in information-dense reports, which can easily look heavy and overwhelming in the page. By leaving generous margins around text sections and charts, we can prevent our reports from looking too formidable.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8\"><strong>8. Maintain consistency with visual motifs and design elements<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consistency is crucial to a great report design. Since your text and visuals are changing from page to page, for the pages of a report to feel like they belong together, they must have similar design elements that remain consistent from page to page.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These consistent design elements (or motifs) could be images, illustrations, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/infographic-design-6-ways-to-use-icons\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">icons<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or even just shapes! <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out the annual report design below. The simple band along the right side of the page creates that essential visual consistency to tie the design together.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\/medical-research-nonprofit-annual-report-summary-22afe62d-10e1-4f71-8b67-8cc3a5cf3fab\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2018\/10\/example-04.png\" alt=\"Medical Research Nonprofit Annual Report Summary\n\" class=\"wp-image-19780\" width=\"651\" height=\"516\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\/medical-research-nonprofit-annual-report-summary-22afe62d-10e1-4f71-8b67-8cc3a5cf3fab\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>EDIT THIS REPORT TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To add motifs to your report designs in Venngage, head to our Icon Library in the left panel of the editor. You can browse the library by category:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/03\/example-07-1024x569.png\" alt=\"Icons By Category\" class=\"wp-image-85034\" width=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/03\/example-07-1024x569.png 1024w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/03\/example-07-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/03\/example-07-768x427.png 768w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/03\/example-07-1536x853.png 1536w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/03\/example-07-2048x1138.png 2048w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/03\/example-07-730x406.png 730w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Or search for specific icons by keyword with our search bar. When using the search, you can even filter your search to find multicolored icons or single color icons (which can be customized to any color)!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/03\/example-06-1024x569.png\" alt=\"Icons by search &amp; filter\" class=\"wp-image-85035\" width=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/03\/example-06-1024x569.png 1024w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/03\/example-06-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/03\/example-06-768x427.png 768w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/03\/example-06-1536x853.png 1536w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/03\/example-06-2048x1138.png 2048w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/03\/example-06-730x406.png 730w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9\">9. Group related information with color blocks for clarity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The layout and design of a report should support readers\u2019 understanding of the information within that report. &nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, we can use basic design elements (like blocks of color, lines, and borders) to indicate which information belongs together, making it easier for our readers to quickly interpret that information.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\/digital-marketing-report-c66371c1-fb2b-4992-855e-5232a46ba344\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2018\/10\/marketing-report.png\" alt=\"Digital Marketing Report\n\" class=\"wp-image-19758\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\/digital-marketing-report-c66371c1-fb2b-4992-855e-5232a46ba344\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>EDIT THIS REPORT TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s take a look at how this can help us design data-heavy pages of our reports. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Data-heavy pages can easily get visually overwhelming, with a ton of data points, lines, and bars all competing for our attention. By dividing these pages into defined sections, we can create a dashboard-style report design that\u2019s much easier to take in:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\/sales-funnel-report-0e6ceb70-1b14-4df0-ba94-7663bf299eb2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2018\/10\/example-03.png\" alt=\"Sales Funnel Report\n\" class=\"wp-image-19779\" width=\"666\" height=\"320\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\/sales-funnel-report-0e6ceb70-1b14-4df0-ba94-7663bf299eb2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>EDIT THIS REPORT TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Never underestimate the power of a color block!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10\"><strong>10. Include an appendix with detailed tables, charts and data<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To avoid overwhelming readers with too much information at once, detailed tables and graphs should be left out of the main body of the report and included in an appendix instead.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This gives interested readers the opportunity to explore your content in greater depth while keeping your core report short and sweet.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When creating tables for your appendices, there are a few design tips you should keep in mind:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a bright color to clearly distinguish header rows from body rows.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alternate the color of body rows between white and light grey to make the table easy to scan.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use brightly-colored boxes to draw attention to important values in the table.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\/summary-data-report-de4c361a-5e6c-4413-9e47-e71eae6fa936\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2018\/10\/summary-data-report.png\" alt=\"Summary Data Report\n\" class=\"wp-image-19764\" width=\"792\" height=\"612\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/reports\/summary-data-report-de4c361a-5e6c-4413-9e47-e71eae6fa936\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>EDIT THIS REPORT TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<p>Designing an effective report is all about including the right amount of information. 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Make sure it\u2019s an image that expresses the brand voice or subject matter associated with the report. You\u2019ll also want something that matches the report\u2019s overall tone; if it\u2019s optimistic, sobering, or conflicted, choose an image that helps to convey those feelings.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2018\/10\/attractive-report-cover.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2018\/10\/attractive-report-cover.jpg\" alt=\"attractive report cover\" class=\"wp-image-20787\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if your report cover takes a fairly minimalist approach (with a design comprised of little more than the title of the report), that still adds a great deal more professionalism than there would be with no cover at all.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>PS: If you&#8217;re an HR professional, you can use our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/features\/hr-report\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HR report<\/a> templates to create anything from incident reports to performance reviews.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/report-cover-page\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">20 Professional Report Cover Page Examples &amp; Templates [100% Customizable]<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if the content of your report is dry, the design of the report doesn\u2019t have to be. 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