{"id":8351,"date":"2020-06-05T16:02:18","date_gmt":"2020-06-05T20:02:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/?p=8351"},"modified":"2026-04-01T04:18:11","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T08:18:11","slug":"data-visualization","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/data-visualization\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Data Visualization? (Definition, Examples, Types)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"3200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/What-is-Data-Visualization-Blog-Header.jpg\" alt=\"What is Data Visualization Blog Header\" class=\"wp-image-38771\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Words don\u2019t always paint the clearest picture, especially when it comes to raw data.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The human mind is very receptive to visual information. That\u2019s why data visualization is a powerful tool for communication.<\/span> A simple chart can show trends, comparisons, and patterns that would take paragraphs to explain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But if \u201cdata visualization\u201d sounds tricky and technical don\u2019t worry \u2014 it doesn\u2019t have to be.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this guide, I\u2019ll break down the fundamentals of data visualization in plain language. You\u2019ll also get plenty of examples of different chart types, plus guidance on when to use each one in reports, presentations, marketing and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&nbsp;<b>What is data visualization?<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Data visualization is the visual presentation of data or information in the form of a bar chart, line graph, infographic, diagram or map. The goal of data visualization is to compare values, spot patterns and communicate data or information clearly and effectively to the readers<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Data visualization sits at the intersection of art and data science. A good visual can look polished and engaging, but it also needs to be effective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Data visualization is used everywhere.&nbsp;Businesses use data it for reporting, forecasting, and marketing.<\/span> For example, this&nbsp;Market Segmentation&nbsp;bar chart is a quick way to show&nbsp;age demographics&nbsp;at a glance. Instead of listing percentages in a table, you can instantly see which age group is the biggest and how the audience is spread out, which helps teams make clearer decisions about targeting and messaging. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/charts\/market-segmentation-05430d89-1a08-4711-944d-f68748b74b50\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Market-Segmentation-Chart-Template-1024x791.png\" alt=\"Market Segmentation Chart Template\" class=\"wp-image-109035\" width=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Market-Segmentation-Chart-Template-1024x791.png 1024w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Market-Segmentation-Chart-Template-300x232.png 300w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Market-Segmentation-Chart-Template-768x593.png 768w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Market-Segmentation-Chart-Template-730x564.png 730w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Market-Segmentation-Chart-Template.png 1056w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/charts\/market-segmentation-05430d89-1a08-4711-944d-f68748b74b50\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br><button class=\"btn-cta\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-boxshadow=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\"><b>CREATE THIS REPORT TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nonprofits use data visualizations to put stories and faces to numbers.&nbsp;<\/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\/2020\/06\/image37.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/image37.png\" alt=\"Gates Foundation Infographic\" class=\"wp-image-38777\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source:&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/postsecondary.gatesfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/MAD_Infographic_Sept_web.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scholars and scientists use data visualization to illustrate concepts and reinforce their arguments.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/mind-maps\/light-reactions-chemistry-concept-map-fc136876-5974-4ead-8163-fd0360c68f6f\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Light-Reactions-Chemistry-Concept-Map-Template-.png\" alt=\"Light Reactions Chemistry Concept Map Template\" class=\"wp-image-38772\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/mind-maps\/light-reactions-chemistry-concept-map-fc136876-5974-4ead-8163-fd0360c68f6f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br><button class=\"btn-cta\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-boxshadow=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\"><b>CREATE THIS MIND MAP TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reporters use data visualization to show trends and contextualize stories.&nbsp;<\/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\/2020\/06\/image26.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/image26.png\" alt=\"Data Visualization Protests Reporter\" class=\"wp-image-38774\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>While data visualizations can make your work more professional, they can also be a lot of fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5\"><b>11 amazing data visualization examples<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some of the best and helpful data visualization examples I\u2019ve come across <\/span>recently<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Bar chart to compare marketing trends<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This bar chart from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hubspot.com\/state-of-marketing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">HubSpot\u2019s&nbsp;State of Marketing Report 2025<\/a>&nbsp;is a clear example of how data visualization helps summarize survey findings quickly.<\/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\/12\/HubSpot-State-of-Marketing-Trends-Report-1024x847.png\" alt=\"Change in marketing trends bar chart from HubSpot's State of Marketing Report 2025\" class=\"wp-image-109036\" width=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/HubSpot-State-of-Marketing-Trends-Report-1024x847.png 1024w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/HubSpot-State-of-Marketing-Trends-Report-300x248.png 300w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/HubSpot-State-of-Marketing-Trends-Report-768x636.png 768w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/HubSpot-State-of-Marketing-Trends-Report-730x604.png 730w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/HubSpot-State-of-Marketing-Trends-Report.png 1252w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>It shows the&nbsp;top five ways the marketing industry has changed in the past year, using horizontal bars to compare responses by percentage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> Instead of reading a long list of survey results, viewers can instantly understand which trends matter most to marketers and how they rank against each other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Infographic to show emerging industry trends<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This infographic from&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/ai-and-design-trends\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Venngage\u2019s Design and Marketing Trends 2026 Report<\/a>&nbsp;highlights emerging trends using percentages and simple icons to show adoption signals at a glance. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cdn.venngage.com\/features\/assets\/The_2026_Design_and_Marketing_Trends_Report_by_Venngage_and_PLM.pdf?utm_source=venngage&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=playbook\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/emerging-trends-in-2026-1-819x1024.png\" alt=\"Infographic on emerging design and marketing trends in 2026\" class=\"wp-image-109038\" width=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/emerging-trends-in-2026-1-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/emerging-trends-in-2026-1-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/emerging-trends-in-2026-1-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/emerging-trends-in-2026-1-730x913.png 730w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/emerging-trends-in-2026-1.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Instead of listing trends in text, it visually ranks what marketers expect to grow next, from AI-generated video and hyper-personalized visuals to interactive data storytelling. Grouping major and emerging shifts separately helps readers quickly understand both the biggest bets and early signals shaping marketing in 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Graphic design trends infographic<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Graphic-Design-Trends-2025-Infographic-2.png\" alt=\"Graphic design trends for 2025\" class=\"wp-image-109037\" width=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Graphic-Design-Trends-2025-Infographic-2.png 816w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Graphic-Design-Trends-2025-Infographic-2-69x300.png 69w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Graphic-Design-Trends-2025-Infographic-2-768x3341.png 768w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Graphic-Design-Trends-2025-Infographic-2-353x1536.png 353w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Graphic-Design-Trends-2025-Infographic-2-471x2048.png 471w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Graphic-Design-Trends-2025-Infographic-2-730x3176.png 730w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 816px) 100vw, 816px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>This graphic <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/infographic-design\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">design infographic<\/a> perfectly explains the different graphic design trends in 2020. The simple sections along with related visuals, make it easier to grasp the latest design practices. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read More: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/graphic-design-trends\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">10 Graphic Design Trends That Will Dominate 2025<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Area chart to show growth<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This area chart from the <a href=\"https:\/\/reports.weforum.org\/docs\/WEF_Future_of_Jobs_Report_2025.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">World Economic Forum\u2019s&nbsp;Future of Jobs Report 2025<\/a>&nbsp;shows how interest in generative AI skills grew from 2022 to 2024. The rising shape makes the trend easy to spot, and the two shaded areas let you compare consumer enrolments with enterprise enrolments at a glance.<\/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\/12\/Demand-for-Generative-AI-Skills-Chart-1024x608.png\" alt=\"Area chart showing growth in demand for generative AI skills\" class=\"wp-image-109039\" width=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Demand-for-Generative-AI-Skills-Chart-1024x608.png 1024w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Demand-for-Generative-AI-Skills-Chart-300x178.png 300w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Demand-for-Generative-AI-Skills-Chart-768x456.png 768w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Demand-for-Generative-AI-Skills-Chart-1536x912.png 1536w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Demand-for-Generative-AI-Skills-Chart-2048x1216.png 2048w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Demand-for-Generative-AI-Skills-Chart-730x434.png 730w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Stop Shark Finning Nonprofit Infographic<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Shark-Attack-Nonprofit-Infographic.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Shark-Attack-Nonprofit-Infographic.png\" alt=\"Shark Attack Nonprofit Infographic\" class=\"wp-image-38820\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Coronavirus Impact on Environment Data Visualization<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Pandemics-Environmental-Impact-Infographic-Template-.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Pandemics-Environmental-Impact-Infographic-Template-.png\" alt=\"Pandemic's Environmental Impact Infographic Template\" class=\"wp-image-38821\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>This infographic aptly explains the <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/coronavirus-impact-on-environment-infographic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coronavirus Pandemic\u2019s Impact on the Environment<\/span><\/a>. The figures for carbon emissions, waste generated, wildlife and habitat etc., make it easier to visualize and understand the overall impact of Coronavirus across different countries. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>What Disney Characters Tell Us About Color Theory<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Color-Psychology-of-Disney-Characters-Infographic.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Color-Psychology-of-Disney-Characters-Infographic.png\" alt=\"Color Psychology of Disney Characters Infographic\" class=\"wp-image-38822\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Ever wondered how companies use colors to allure their audience? This color theory infographic explains that. It creatively depicts what the different colors of Disney characters represents and how you can resonate with them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Read More:<\/i><\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/disney-villains\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Disney Villains Can Tell Us About Color Psychology<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>World\u2019s Deadliest Animal Infographic<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/image39.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/image39.png\" alt=\"World's Deadliest Animal Gates Foundation Infographic\" class=\"wp-image-38823\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gatesnotes.com\/Health\/Most-Lethal-Animal-Mosquito-Week\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This infographic explains how many people are killed by different animals each year. The increasing width of lines smartly depicts the rise in the number of deaths ny different animals. This way you can easily understand world&#8217;s deadliest animals without even looking at the numbers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>The Secret Recipe For a Viral Creepypasta<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Creepypasta-Infographic.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Creepypasta-Infographic.jpg\" alt=\"Creepypasta Infographic\" class=\"wp-image-38825\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you are into horror stories, you&#8217;d love this creepypasta infographics. It adds a dash of humor while explaining the seven elements of creepypasta stories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>The Hero\u2019s Journey Infographic<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Heros-Journey-Infographic.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Heros-Journey-Infographic.jpg\" alt=\"Hero's Journey Infographic\" class=\"wp-image-38826\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>This infographic is for the movie buffs. It explains the how the journey of the hero evolves in six popular movies. The zigzag design beautifully denotes the journey from the starting point to the end point. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Read More:<\/i><\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/heros-journey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Your 6 Favorite Movies Have in Common<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Emotional Self Care Guide Infographic<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Emotional-Self-Care-Infographic.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Emotional-Self-Care-Infographic.png\" alt=\"Emotional Self Care Infographic\" class=\"wp-image-38827\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source: Carley Schweet<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This emotional self care infographic shares four useful tips on how we can take care of our mental health. The text and the visuals are aligned in an excellent manner to clearly convey the tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3\"><b>4 types of data visualizations<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Data visualizations can come in many different forms. People are always coming up with new and creative <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/data-presentation-examples\/\">ways to present data<\/a> visually.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally speaking, data visualizations usually fall under these main categories:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Infographics<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An infographic is a collection of imagery, charts, and minimal text that gives an easy-to-understand overview of a topic.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/5-step-cycle-8f3ab343-255e-4d50-b974-2c6dfd040c32\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/image31.png\" alt=\"Product Design Process Infographic Template\" class=\"wp-image-38790\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/5-step-cycle-8f3ab343-255e-4d50-b974-2c6dfd040c32\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br><button class=\"btn-cta\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-boxshadow=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\"><b>CREATE THIS INFOGRAPHIC TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>\n\n\n\n<p><b>While infographics can take many forms, they can typically be categorized by these infographic types:<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/statistical-infographic-templates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Statistical infographics<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/informational\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Informational infographics<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/timeline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Timeline infographics<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/process-infographic-examples\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Process infographics<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/geographic-infographic-template\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Geographic infographics<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/6-comparison-infographic-templates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comparison infographics<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hierarchical infographics<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/infographic-templates-free\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">List infographics<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/infographic-resume-template\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Resume infographics<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Read More: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/what-is-an-infographic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><i>What is an Infographic? Examples, Templates &amp; Design Tips<\/i><\/b><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Charts&nbsp;<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the simplest terms, a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/features\/graph-maker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">chart<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a graphical representation of data. Charts use visual symbols like line, bars, dots, slices, and icons to represent data points.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Some of the most common types of charts are:<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/features\/bar-graph-maker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bar graphs<\/a>\/charts<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Line charts<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pie charts<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bubble charts<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stacked bar charts<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treemaps<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Word clouds<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pictographs<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Area charts<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/features\/scatter-plot-maker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scatter plot charts<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multi-series charts<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The question that inevitably follows is: what type of chart should I use to visualize my data? Does it matter?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Short answer: yes, it matters. Choosing a type of chart that doesn\u2019t work with your data can end up misrepresenting and skewing your data.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example: if you\u2019ve been in the data viz biz for a while, then you may have heard some of the controversy surrounding pie charts. A rookie mistake that people often make is <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/pie-chart\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">using a pie chart<\/a> when a bar chart would work better.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pie charts display portions of a whole. A pie chart works when you want to compare proportions that are substantially different. Like this:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/charts\/dark-greenhouse-gases-pie-chart-76a29daa-7128-4213-b343-f665072f8a81\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Dark-Greenhouse-Gases-Pie-Chart-Template-.png\" alt=\"Dark Greenhouse Gases Pie Chart Template\" class=\"wp-image-38791\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/charts\/dark-greenhouse-gases-pie-chart-76a29daa-7128-4213-b343-f665072f8a81\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br><button class=\"btn-cta\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-boxshadow=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\"><b>CREATE THIS CHART TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>\n\n\n\n<p>But when your proportions are similar, a pie chart can make it difficult to tell which slice is bigger than the other. That\u2019s why, in most other cases, a bar chart is a safer bet.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/charts\/survey-bar-chart-5ec993cf-931d-4e96-bd87-6dc29636792d\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"700\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Green-Bar-Chart-Template-.png\" alt=\"Green Bar Chart Template\" class=\"wp-image-38792\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/charts\/survey-bar-chart-5ec993cf-931d-4e96-bd87-6dc29636792d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br><button class=\"btn-cta\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-boxshadow=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\"><b>CREATE THIS CHART TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is a cheat sheet to help you pick the right type of chart for your data:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/chart-types-30a6a1a8-ecae-4479-9a46-5fe23ea0d448\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/image29.png\" alt=\"How to Pick Charts Infographic Cheat Sheet\" class=\"wp-image-38793\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/chart-types-30a6a1a8-ecae-4479-9a46-5fe23ea0d448\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br><button class=\"btn-cta\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-boxshadow=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\"><b>CREATE THIS INFOGRAPHIC TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to make better charts? Make&nbsp;engaging&nbsp;charts with Venngage&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/features\/chart-maker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chart Maker<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Related<i>: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/how-to-choose-the-best-charts-for-your-infographic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Choose the Best Types of Charts For Your Data<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Diagrams<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Similar to a chart, a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">diagram<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a visual representation of information. Diagrams can be both two-dimensional and three-dimensional.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Some of the most common types of diagrams are:<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/flow-chart-template\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flowcharts<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/mind-map-examples\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mind maps<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Venn diagrams<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/what-is-a-decision-tree\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tree diagrams<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/swot-analysis-templates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SWOT analysis<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/features\/fishbone-diagram-maker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fishbone diagrams<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Histograms<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/diagrams\/wireframe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wireframes<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/diagrams\/site-map\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Site maps<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/diagrams\/use-case\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use case diagrams<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Diagrams are used for mapping out processes, helping with decision making, identifying root causes, connecting ideas, and planning out projects.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/diagrams\/root-cause-problem-fishbone-diagram-5899aa55-6eb5-49e4-a498-19a5d2ac201d\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Root-Cause-Problem-Fishbone-Diagram-Template-.png\" alt=\"Root Cause Problem Fishbone Diagram Template\" class=\"wp-image-38795\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/diagrams\/root-cause-problem-fishbone-diagram-5899aa55-6eb5-49e4-a498-19a5d2ac201d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br><button class=\"btn-cta\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-boxshadow=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\"><b>CREATE THIS DIAGRAM TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/features\/diagram-maker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">make a diagram<\/a>? Create a Venn diagram and other visuals using our free <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/features\/venn-diagram-maker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Venn Diagram Maker<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Maps<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A map is a visual representation of an area of land. Maps show physical features of land like regions, landscapes, cities, roads, and bodies of water.&nbsp;<\/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\/2020\/06\/image16.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/image16.jpg\" alt=\"World Map National Geographic\" class=\"wp-image-38796\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalgeographic.com\/maps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Geographic<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A common type of map you have probably come across in your travels is a <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/choropleth-map\/\">choropleth map<\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Choropleth maps use different shades and colors to indicate average quantities.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, a population density map uses varying shades to show the difference in population numbers from region to region:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/charts\/us-population-by-state-map-chart-231924fd-273c-4f92-b00e-d5e650ee9afa\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/US-Population-Map-Template-.png\" alt=\"US Population Map Template\" class=\"wp-image-38797\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/charts\/us-population-by-state-map-chart-231924fd-273c-4f92-b00e-d5e650ee9afa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br><button class=\"btn-cta\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-boxshadow=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\"><b>CREATE THIS CHART TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Create your own map for free with Venngage&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/features\/map-maker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Map Maker<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2\"><b>What is data visualization used for?<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Data, especially a lot of data, can be difficult to wrap your head around. Data visualization can help both you and your audience interpret and understand data.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Data visualizations often use elements of visual storytelling to communicate a message supported by the data.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many situations where you would want to present data visually.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Data visualization can be used for:<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making data engaging and easily digestible<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identifying trends and outliers within a set of data<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Telling a story found within the data<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reinforcing an argument or opinion<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Highlighting the important parts of a set of data<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s look at some examples for each use case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>1. Make data digestible and easy to understand<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Often, a large set of numbers can make us go cross-eyed. It can be difficult to find the significance behind rows of data.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Data visualization allows us to frame the data differently by using illustrations, charts, descriptive text, and engaging design. Visualization also allows us to group and organize data based on categories and themes, which can make it easier to break down into understandable chunks.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/data-visualization-infographic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Use Data Visualization in Your Infographics<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, this infographic breaks down the concept of neuroplasticity in an approachable way:<\/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\/2020\/06\/image41.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/image41.png\" alt=\"Neuroplasticity Science Infographic\" class=\"wp-image-38780\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nicabm.com\/brain-how-does-neuroplasticity-work\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NICABM<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The same goes for complex, specialized concepts. It can often be difficult to break down the information in a way that non-specialists will understand. But an infographic that organizes the information, with visuals, can demystify concepts for novice readers.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/stocks-and-shares-9b9bbcf8-aa0e-4b5a-a5c9-6e053f3f8222\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Stocks-Infographic-Template-Example.png\" alt=\"Stocks Infographic Template Example\" class=\"wp-image-38782\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/stocks-and-shares-9b9bbcf8-aa0e-4b5a-a5c9-6e053f3f8222\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br><button class=\"btn-cta\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-boxshadow=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\"><b>CREATE THIS INFOGRAPHIC TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>2. Identify trends and outliers<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you were to sift through raw data manually, it could take ages to notice patterns, trends or outlying data. But by using data visualization tools like charts, you can sort through a lot of data quickly.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even better, charts enable you to pick up on trends a lot quicker than you would sifting through numbers.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, here\u2019s a simple chart generated by Google Search Console that shows the change in Google searches for \u201ctoilet paper\u201d. As you can see, in March 2020 there was a huge increase in searches for toilet paper:<\/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\/2020\/06\/image13.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/image13.png\" alt=\"SEO Trends 2020 Chart\" class=\"wp-image-38783\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/seo-content-marketing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Use SEO Data to Fuel Your Content Marketing Strategy in 2020<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This chart shows an outlier in the general trend for toilet paper-related Google searches. The reason for the outlier? The outbreak of COVID-19 in North America. With a simple data visualization, we\u2019ve been able to highlight an outlier and hint at a story behind the data.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Uploading your data into charts, to create these kinds of visuals is easy. While working on your design in the editor, select a chart from the left panel. Open the chart and find the green IMPORT button under the DATA tab. Then upload the CSV file and your chart automatically visualizes the information.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/June-2020-Updates9.jpg\" alt=\"June 2020 Updates9\" class=\"wp-image-39197\" width=\"700\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>3. Tell a story within the data<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Numbers on their own don\u2019t tend to evoke an emotional response. But data visualization can tell a story that gives significance to the data.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Designers use techniques like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/how-to-pick-colors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">color theory<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, illustrations, design <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/99designs.ca\/designer-resource-center\/visual-design-styles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">style<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and visual cues to appeal to the emotions of readers, put faces to numbers, and introduce a narrative to the data.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/data-storytelling\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Tell a Story With Data (A Guide for Beginners)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, here\u2019s an infographic created by World Vision. In the infographics, numbers are visualized using illustrations of cups. While comparing numbers might impress readers, reinforcing those numbers with illustrations helps to make an even greater impact.&nbsp;<\/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\/2020\/06\/image38.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/image38.png\" alt=\"World Vision Goat Nonprofit Infographic\" class=\"wp-image-38784\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/donate.worldvision.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">World Vision<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Meanwhile, this infographic uses data to draw attention to an often overlooked issue:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/the-coronavirus-impact-on-the-refugee-crisis-infographic-1.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/the-coronavirus-impact-on-the-refugee-crisis-infographic-1.png\" alt=\"Coronavirus Impact On Refugees Infographic Venngage\" class=\"wp-image-39138\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>4. Reinforce an argument or opinion<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to convincing people your opinion is right, they often have to see it to believe it. An effective infographic or chart can make your argument more robust and reinforce your creativity.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, you can use a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/6-comparison-infographic-templates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">comparison infographic<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to compare sides of an argument, different theories, product\/service options, pros and cons, and more. Especially if you&#8217;re <a href=\"https:\/\/whatagraph.com\/blog\/articles\/whatagraph-data-blending-use-cases\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">blending data<\/a> types.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/keurig-vs-tassimo-comparison-0c8eba32-30ed-4f37-8116-0cf1608b58d1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Product-Comparison-Infographic-.png\" alt=\"Product Comparison Infographic\" class=\"wp-image-38785\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/keurig-vs-tassimo-comparison-0c8eba32-30ed-4f37-8116-0cf1608b58d1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br><button class=\"btn-cta\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-boxshadow=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\"><b>CREATE THIS INFOGRAPHIC TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>5. Highlight an important point in a set of data<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes we use data visualizations to make it easier for readers to explore the data and come to their own conclusions. But often, we use data visualizations to tell a story, make a particular argument, or encourage readers to come to a specific conclusion.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Designers use visual cues to direct the eye to different places on a page. Visual cues are shapes, symbols, and colors that point to a specific part of the data visualization, or that make a specific part stand out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, in this data visualization, contrasting colors are used to emphasize the difference in the amount of waste sent to landfills versus recycled waste:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/waste-chart-3740f007-821c-4ea8-95c1-25a117287b34\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"700\" height=\"515\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Waste-Management-Infographic-Template-.png\" alt=\"Waste Management Infographic Template\" class=\"wp-image-38787\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/waste-chart-3740f007-821c-4ea8-95c1-25a117287b34\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br><button class=\"btn-cta\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-boxshadow=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\"><b>CREATE THIS INFOGRAPHIC TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s another example. This time, a red circle and an arrow are used to highlight points on the chart where the numbers show a drop:&nbsp;<\/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\/2020\/06\/Travel-Expense-Infographic-Template-.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Travel-Expense-Infographic-Template-.png\" alt=\"Travel Expense Infographic Template\" class=\"wp-image-38788\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/go-travel-f2547a48-6288-470e-8e30-7ebeeb50c196\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br><button class=\"btn-cta\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-boxshadow=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\"><b>CREATE THIS INFOGRAPHIC TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>\n\n\n\n<p>Highlighting specific data points helps your data visualization tell a compelling story.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>6. Make books, blog posts, reports and videos more engaging<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Venngage, we use data visualization to make our blog posts more engaging for readers. When we write a blog post or share a post on social media, we like to summarize key points from our content using infographics.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The added benefit of creating engaging visuals like infographics is that it has enabled our site to be featured in publications like <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Wall Street Journal<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mashable<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Business Insider<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Huffington Post<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and more.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s because data visualizations are different from a lot of other types of content people consume on a daily basis. They make your brain work. They combine concrete facts and numbers with impactful visual elements. They make complex concepts easier to grasp.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s an example of an infographic we made that got a lot of media buzz:<\/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\/2020\/06\/image18.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/image18.jpg\" alt=\"Game of Thrones Infographic\" class=\"wp-image-38789\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><b><i>Read the Blog Post: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/game-of-thrones-infographic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><i>Every Betrayal Ever in Game of Thrones<\/i><\/b><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We created this infographic because a bunch of people on our team are big <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Game of Thrones <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fans and we wanted to create a visual that would help other fans follow the show. Because we approached a topic that a lot of people cared about in an original way, the infographic got picked up by a bunch of media sites.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re a website looking to promote your content, a journalist looking for an original angle, or a creative building your portfolio, data visualizations can be an effective way to get people\u2019s attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The data visualization process (How I approach it)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the process I use when working on reports, guides and trend studies, especially when the goal is to make data clear for non-technical audiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Start with the question<\/strong>: I begin by defining the exact question the data needs to answer. This keeps the visual focused and prevents unnecessary charts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Clean and validate the data<\/strong>: Before designing anything, I check sources, remove inconsistencies and make sure the data is accurate and complete.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Choose the right visual form<\/strong>: I select the chart type based on the insight I want to highlight, whether that is comparison, change over time or distribution.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Design for humans<\/strong>: I design for readability first. Clear labels, simple layouts and minimal decoration help people understand the data quickly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Add context<\/strong>: I always include brief explanations or takeaways so readers know what they are looking at and why it matters.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4\"><strong>Best data visualization practices I\u2019ve learned from real-world use<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While good data visualization will communicate data or information clearly and effectively, bad data visualization will do the opposite.&nbsp;Here are some practical tips for how businesses and organizations can use data visualization to communicate information more effectively.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>1. Avoid distorting the data<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This may be the most important point in this whole blog post. While data visualizations are an opportunity to show off your creative design chops, function should never be sacrificed for fashion.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The chart styles, colors, shapes, and sizing you use all play a role in how the data is interpreted. If you want to present your data accurately and ethically, then you need to take care to ensure that your data visualization does not present the data falsely.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>There are a number of different ways data can be distorted in a chart. Some common ways data can be distorted are:<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making the baselines something other than 0 to make numbers seem bigger or smaller than they are &#8211; this is called \u201ctruncating\u201d a graph<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compressing or expanding the scale of the Y-axis to make a line or bar seem bigger or smaller than it should be<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cherry picking data so that only the data points you want to include are on a graph (i.e. only telling part of the story)<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using the wrong type of chart, graph or diagram for your data<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Going against standard, expected data visualization conventions<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Because people use data visualizations to reinforce their opinions, you should always read data visualizations with a critical eye. Often enough, writers may be using data visualization to skew the data in a way that supports their opinions, but that may not be entirely truthful.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Misleading-Graphs-Infographic-Template-.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Misleading-Graphs-Infographic-Template-.png\" alt=\"Misleading Graphs Infographic Template\" class=\"wp-image-38799\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><b><i>Read More: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/misleading-graphs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><i>5 Ways Writers Use Graphs To Mislead You<\/i><\/b><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to create an engaging line graph? Use Venngage&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/features\/line-graph-maker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Line Graph Maker<\/a> to create your own in minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>2. Avoid cluttering up your design with \u201cchartjunk\u201d<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to best practices for data visualization, we should turn to one of the grandfather\u2019s of data visualization: Edward Tufte. He coined the term \u201c<\/span><b>chartjunk<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201d, which refers to the use of unnecessary or confusing design elements that skews or obscures the data in a chart.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s an example of a data visualization that suffers from chartjunk:<\/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\/2020\/06\/image4.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/image4.png\" alt=\"Chartjunk Example\" class=\"wp-image-38800\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source: <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.exceluser.com\/blog\/1133\/good-examples-of-bad-charts-chart-junk-from-a-surprising-source.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ExcelUser<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this example, the image of the coin is distracting for readers trying to interpret the data. Note how the fonts are tiny &#8211; almost unreadable. Mistakes like this are common when a designers tries to put style before function.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>3. Tell a story with your data<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Data visualizations like infographics give you the space to combine data and narrative structure in one page. Visuals like icons and bold fonts let you highlight important statistics and facts.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/data-story-2-2-column-a814f32c-6038-429f-bf3b-80aa7af7be6d\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/image5.png\" alt=\"Present Data Visually\" class=\"wp-image-38801\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, you could customize this data visualization infographic template to show the benefit of using your product or service (and post it on social media):<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/data-story-2-2-column-a814f32c-6038-429f-bf3b-80aa7af7be6d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br><button class=\"btn-cta\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-boxshadow=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\"><b>USE THIS TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This data visualization relies heavily on text and icons to tell the story of its data:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/tech-culture-54a36abf-e28d-4f08-a212-dd2b6765c303\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Workplace-Culture-Infographic-Template-.png\" alt=\"Workplace Culture Infographic Template\" class=\"wp-image-38802\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/tech-culture-54a36abf-e28d-4f08-a212-dd2b6765c303\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br><button class=\"btn-cta\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-boxshadow=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\"><b>CREATE THIS INFOGRAPHIC TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This type of infographic is perfect for those who aren\u2019t as comfortable with charts and graphs. It\u2019s also a great way to showcase original research, get social shares and build brand awareness.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>4. Combine different types of data visualizations<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While you may choose to keep your data visualization simple, combining multiple types of charts and diagrams can help tell a more rounded story.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t be afraid to combine charts, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/pictogram\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pictograms<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and diagrams into one infographic. The result will be a data visualization infographic that is engaging and rich in visual data.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/vintage-agriculture-child-labor-statistics-8dd2dac2-6cb7-4f31-8277-f641ad12b86d\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Vintage-Agriculture-Child-Labor-Statistics-Infographic-Template-.png\" alt=\"Vintage Agriculture Child Labor Statistics Infographic Template\" class=\"wp-image-38803\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/vintage-agriculture-child-labor-statistics-8dd2dac2-6cb7-4f31-8277-f641ad12b86d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br><button class=\"btn-cta\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-boxshadow=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\"><b>CREATE THIS INFOGRAPHIC TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p><b>Design Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This data visualization infographic would be perfect for nonprofits to customize and include in an email newsletter to increase awareness (and donations).<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Or take this data visualization that also combines multiple types of charts, pictograms, and images to engage readers. It could work well in a presentation or report on customer research, customer service scores, quarterly performance and much more:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/smartphones-d509eeaa-dca4-47a9-bd22-040a3e9ca102\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Smartphone-Applications-Infographic-Template-.png\" alt=\"Smartphone Applications Infographic Template\" class=\"wp-image-38804\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/smartphones-d509eeaa-dca4-47a9-bd22-040a3e9ca102\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br><button class=\"btn-cta\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-boxshadow=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\"><b>CREATE THIS INFOGRAPHIC TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/presentation-design-statistical-infographic-01e419b7-e5dc-4a75-bf49-3c3e1b34bd25\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Presentation-Design-Statistical-Infographic-.png\" alt=\"Presentation Design Statistical Infographic\" class=\"wp-image-38805\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p><b>Design Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This infographic could work well in a presentation or report on customer research, customer service scores, quarterly performance and much more.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Make your own bar&nbsp;graph in minutes with our free <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/features\/bar-graph-maker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bar Graph Maker<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>5. Use icons to emphasize important points<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><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;\"> are perfect for attracting the eye when scanning a page. (Remember: use visual cues!)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If there are specific data points that you want readers to pay attention to, placing an icon beside it will make it more noticeable:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/presentation-design-statistical-infographic-01e419b7-e5dc-4a75-bf49-3c3e1b34bd25\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br><button class=\"btn-cta\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-boxshadow=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\"><b>CREATE THIS INFOGRAPHIC TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p><b>Design Tip: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This infographic template would work well on social media to encourage shares and brand awareness.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also pair icons with headers to indicate the beginning of a new section.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meanwhile, this infographic uses icons like bullet points to emphasize and illustrate important points.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/intern-statistics-dd1a2e59-8c4a-4fec-86ec-320bbe1e5964\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Internship-Statistics-Infographic-Template-.png\" alt=\"Internship Statistics Infographic Template\" class=\"wp-image-38806\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/intern-statistics-dd1a2e59-8c4a-4fec-86ec-320bbe1e5964\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br><button class=\"btn-cta\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-boxshadow=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\"><b>CREATE THIS INFOGRAPHIC TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p><b>Design Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This infographic would make a great sales piece to promote your course or other service.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>6. Use bold fonts to make text information engaging<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A challenge people often face when setting out to visualize information is knowing how much text to include. After all, the point of data visualization is that it presents information visually, rather than a page of text.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if you have a lot of text information, you can still create present data visually. Use bold, interesting fonts to make your data exciting. Just make sure that, above all else, your text is still easy to read.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This data visualization uses different fonts for the headers and body text that are bold but clear. This helps integrate the text into the design and emphasizes particular points:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/dark-child-labor-statistics-00dea20d-ad15-48cc-be28-a7e52ea3637e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Dark-Child-Labor-Statistics-Infographic-Template-.png\" alt=\"Dark Child Labor Statistics Infographic Template\" class=\"wp-image-38807\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/dark-child-labor-statistics-00dea20d-ad15-48cc-be28-a7e52ea3637e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br><button class=\"btn-cta\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-boxshadow=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\"><b>CREATE THIS INFOGRAPHIC TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p><b>Design Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Nonprofits could use this data visualization infographic in a newsletter or on social media to build awareness, but any business could use it to explain the need for their product or service.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a general rule of thumb, stick to no more than three different font types in one infographic.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This infographic uses one font for headers, another font for body text, and a third font for accent text.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Read More: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/how-to-choose-fonts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><i>How to Choose Fonts For Your Designs (With Examples)<\/i><\/b><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/content-curation-9683fec7-0d4f-49f9-be0f-d566b1638efe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Content-Curation-Infographic-Template-.png\" alt=\"Content Curation Infographic Template\" class=\"wp-image-38808\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/content-curation-9683fec7-0d4f-49f9-be0f-d566b1638efe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br><button class=\"btn-cta\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-boxshadow=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\"><b>CREATE THIS INFOGRAPHIC TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p><b>Design Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Venngage has a library of fonts to choose from. If you can\u2019t find the icon you&#8217;re looking for<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you can always request they be added. Our online editor has a chat box with 24\/7 customer support.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>7. Use colors strategically in your design<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In design, colors are as functional as they are fashionable. You can use colors to emphasize points, categorize information, show movement or progression, and more.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, this chart uses color to categorize data:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/world-population-infographic-17f9648f-3af9-4dbb-93de-bf26a0e82936\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/World-Population-Infographic-Template-.png\" alt=\"World Population Infographic Template\" class=\"wp-image-38811\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/world-population-infographic-17f9648f-3af9-4dbb-93de-bf26a0e82936\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-boxshadow=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\"><b>CREATE THIS INFOGRAPHIC TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p><b>Design Tip<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: This pie chart can actually be customized in many ways. Human resources could provide a monthly update of people hired by department, nonprofits could show a breakdown of how they spent donations and real estate agents could show the average price of homes sold by neighbourhood.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also use light colored text and icons on dark backgrounds to make them stand out. Consider the mood that you want to convey with your infographic and pick colors that will reflect that mood. You can also use contrasting colors from your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/brand-colors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">brand color<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> palette.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This infographic template uses a bold combination of pinks and purples to give the data impact:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/beauty-trends-5a658f96-3992-4181-8956-69e097672ee6\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Beauty-Industry-Infographic-Template-.png\" alt=\"Beauty Industry Infographic Template\" class=\"wp-image-38812\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/beauty-trends-5a658f96-3992-4181-8956-69e097672ee6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-boxshadow=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\"><b>CREATE THIS INFOGRAPHIC TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Read More: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/how-to-pick-colors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><i>How to Pick Colors to Captivate Readers and Communicate Effectively<\/i><\/b><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>8. Show how parts make up a whole<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It can be difficult to break a big topic down into smaller parts. Data visualization can make it a lot easier for people to conceptualize how parts make up a whole.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using one focus visual, diagram or chart can convey parts of a whole more effectively than a text list can. Look at how this infographic neatly visualizes how marketers use blogging as part of their strategy:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/modern-marketing-statistics-infographic-2bcbf64e-42d2-43e1-b793-f35c0a37e270\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Modern-Marketing-Statistics-Infographic-Template-.png\" alt=\"Modern Marketing Statistics Infographic Template\" class=\"wp-image-38813\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/modern-marketing-statistics-infographic-2bcbf64e-42d2-43e1-b793-f35c0a37e270\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-boxshadow=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\"><b>CREATE THIS INFOGRAPHIC TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p><b>Design Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Human resources could use this graphic to show the results of a company survey. Or consultants could promote their services by showing their success rates.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Or look at how this infographic template uses one focus visual to illustrate the nutritional makeup of a banana:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/flyers\/essential-info-8e0c082f-5902-4053-9a25-d34373bfb080\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"700\" height=\"541\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Banana-Nutrition-Infographic.png\" alt=\"Banana Nutrition Infographic\" class=\"wp-image-38814\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/flyers\/essential-info-8e0c082f-5902-4053-9a25-d34373bfb080\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-boxshadow=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\"><b>CREATE THIS FLYER TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>9. Focus on one amazing statistic<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are preparing a presentation, it\u2019s best not to try and cram too many visuals into one slide. Instead, focus on one awe-inspiring statistic and make that the focus of your slide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use one focus visual to give the statistic even more impact. Smaller visuals like this are ideal for sharing on social media, like in this example:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/lake-stat-1aa2f5ee-72ea-4489-aecf-a1ec14321460\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Geography-Statistical-Infographic-Template-.png\" alt=\"Geography Statistical Infographic Template\" class=\"wp-image-38815\" width=\"500\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/lake-stat-1aa2f5ee-72ea-4489-aecf-a1ec14321460\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-boxshadow=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\"><b>CREATE THIS INFOGRAPHIC TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><b>Design Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You can easily swap out the icon above (of Ontario, Canada) using Venngage\u2019s drag-and-drop online editor and its in-editor library of icons. Click on the template above to get started.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>This template also focuses on one key statistic and offers some supporting information in the bar on the side:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/travel-more-b97cb71c-3a97-4a18-b9fc-8811f3d2258b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Travel-Statistical-Infographic-Template-.png\" alt=\"Travel Statistical Infographic Template\" class=\"wp-image-38816\" width=\"700\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/infographics\/travel-more-b97cb71c-3a97-4a18-b9fc-8811f3d2258b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-boxshadow=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\"><b>CREATE THIS INFOGRAPHIC TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>10. Optimize your data visualization for mobile<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complex, information-packed infographics are great for spicing up reports, blog posts, handouts, and more. But they\u2019re not always the best for mobile viewing.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To optimize your data visualization for mobile viewing, use one focus chart or icon and big, legible font. 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