Custom Data Visualizations in Excel
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What You'll Learn in Custom Data Visualizations in Excel
Course Length
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, you will understand how to work with Excel’s graphics tools, as well as create basic Excel charts. You will then learn how to combine these two skills to create several non-standard, visually effective charts and visualizations such as pictographs, gauge charts, and progress bars.
Target Student
All Excel users who want to significantly improve their Excel charting skills to create more eye-catching data visualizations which can be used as a one-off data summarization tool or to create stunning Excel dashboards.
Course Outline
Do you want to improve your charting and visualization skills in Excel? Excel offers a large number of built-in charts and graphing tools to complement its data analysis toolset. But if you want to master the lesser well-known charts and create non-standard, visually effective Excel charts, then this course is for you.
Section 1: Create Charts
Charts
Chart Types
Chart Insertion Methods
Resizing and Moving the Chart
Adding Additional Data
Switching Between Rows and Columns
Section 2: Modify and Format Charts
The Difference Between Modifying and Formatting
Chart Elements
Minimize Extraneous Chart Elements
The Chart Tools Contextual Tabs
Formatting the Chart with a Style
Section 3: Working with Graphics
Insert and Modify Graphic Objects
Graphical Objects
Inserting Shapes
Inserting Text Boxes
Inserting Images
The Picture Tools – Format Contextual Tab
The Drawing Tools – Format Contextual Tab
Section 4: Layer and Group Graphic Objects
Layering Objects
Grouping Objects
Positioning Objects
Section 5: Creating the Custom Data Visualizations
Creating Pictographs
Using Conditional Formatting and Icons to Create a Progress Bar
Thermometer Chart
Speedometer (Dial Gauge) Chart
Fancy Speedometer (Dial Gauge) Chart
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Custom Data Visualizations in Excel
Upcoming Classes
All Public classes are held onlinewith a live instructor
| Dates | Price | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| September 4, 2025 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM ET | $495.00 Online | |
| November 12, 2025 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM ET | $495.00 Online |
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PDF Reference Guide
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30 Days of After-Training Support
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Certificate of Completion
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PDF Reference Guide
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Certificate of Completion
Boost your credentials with a Certificate of Completion, confirming the skills you’ve acquired with us.
24/7 After-Training Support
Receive a 30-day after-training support voucher, offering assistance as you apply your new skills on the job. Need help with a specific step? We’re here to provide extra support and clarity even after you’ve left the class!
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Printed Reference Guide
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Extended After-Training Support
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Upskilling
You’ve learned how to effectively and efficiently use Custom Data Visualizations in Excel - now you can stay up to date! Book your Upskilling Workshop now and save for when you want to fill in the gaps and explore Microsoft’s latest tools and features.
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OF COURSE!
Customized to meet your unique needs
We can customize your training to fit your exact needs, whether it's making small adjustments or creating entirely new courses. From setting specific objectives and including your own files to addressing unique challenges, we're here to help. We can even tailor the training to align more closely with how you work and to fit perfectly into your schedule. Our goal is to provide training that's as unique as your goals.
Use your own files instead of our exercise files
You can opt to use your working files in your private training sessions (instead of our standard exercise files). This allows you to see how the lessons apply directly to your day-to-day role and get work done while you train—a true win-win!
Access to your recorded session for 60 days
You can request your private session be recorded. You can have access for 60 days to revisit what you’ve learned.