Padding Option in Line chart labels

[Bhavyasree24]

Hi Team ,

How can I adjust the X-axis and Y-axis labels in a line chart in Power BI? I want to modify their position, spacing, or formatting for better readability. Are there any built-in settings or workarounds to achieve this? Do we have any alternate for Padding the labels ?

I have added a shape for the X-axis and Y-axis lines. However, when the discount rate reaches 0, the discount rate line overlaps with the X-axis shape, making it difficult to hover over the values. Is there any padding option available to adjust the X-axis values downward to prevent this overlap?

[andrewsommer]

If you're looking to add padding between axis labels and the axis itself, try these options:

• Increase Category Width: In bar charts, increasing category width can create space.
• Add Spaces Manually: For categorical labels, you can add spaces in the data table (e.g., " Product A " instead of "Product A").
• Use a DAX Measure for Dynamic Labels: You can create a calculated column with extra spaces

Please mark this post as solution if it helps you. Appreciate Kudos.

[Karsurya12_03]

@Bhavyasree24 ,

Pls share the screenshot of what are you looking for exactly.

Regards,

SK

[Bhavyasree24]

Hi @Karsurya12_03 I am attaching screenshot below .I have added a shape for the X-axis and Y-axis lines. However, when the discount rate reaches 0, the discount rate line overlaps with the X-axis shape, making it difficult to hover over the values. Is there any padding option available to adjust the X-axis labels downward to prevent this overlap?

[v-aatheeque]

Hi @Bhavyasree24 ,

In Power BI, there’s no straightforward way to add padding to axis labels. However, you can try these workarounds to prevent the X-axis from overlapping with lines or shapes on your chart:

• Turn on the X-axis title and either give it a name or leave it blank. This adds some extra space below the axis, which acts as padding.

• Adjust the Y-axis settings to start slightly below 0 (like -0.1). This creates a small gap between the chart line and the X-axis.

reference :
The updated Format and Visualizations panes in Power BI - Power BI | Microsoft Learn
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l_dI5Od6TDg

[v-aatheeque]

Hi @Bhavyasree24 ,

We wanted to follow up on your question about Padding Option in Line chart labels.

@andrewsommer @Karsurya12_03   has provided a response that might help resolve this scenario.

If his suggestion worked for you, kindly mark it as the Accepted Answer — this helps others in the community who may be exploring similar use cases.

If you’re still encountering challenges or need further clarification, feel free to share more details we’re glad to assist.

Thank you for engaging with the Microsoft Fabric Community!

[Bhavyasree24]

Hi @Karsurya12_03 Thanks for the reply .I have added in the description .Kinly have a look into it .

[PijushRoy]

HI @Bhavyasree24 
Please share screenshot of the reuirement 

[Bhavyasree24]

Hi @PijushRoy Thanks for the reply .I have added in the description .Kinly have a look into it .