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tom_cowling
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5 years ago

Using a scatter chart correctly

Hi,   I feel like this is a simple problem that I just can't seem to work out.   Here's the current situation I have:   A researcher may get a number of grant awards each year. There are many r...
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Ashish_Mathur
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5 years ago

Hi,

A scatter chart should have numerical values on both axis - you do not have that.  You may want to create a simple bar/column chart.  If you wish to create a scatter chart, then on the X-axis you should have number of researchers.

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    tom_cowling
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    5 years ago

    Hi Ashish,

     

    I should have posted my setup too. I currently have year on my x axis:

     

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      Ashish_Mathur
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      5 years ago

      Hi,

      As mentioned in my previous message, on the X-axis should be another numeric field.