How to swap x and y axis in Excel graph
Swapping the x and y axis in Excel can be a useful tool when presenting your data in a chart or graph. It allows you to switch the placement of the data series on the chart, making it easier to interpret and compare the data. In this blog post, we will go through the steps required to swap the x and y axis in Excel.
Step 1: Select your chart First, select the chart that you want to swap the x and y axis for. This can be any type of chart, including column, line, or scatter charts.
Step 2: Open the Select Data Source dialog box To open the Select Data Source dialog box, right-click on the chart and select the “Select Data” option from the dropdown menu.
Step 3: Switch the axis In the Select Data Source dialog box, you will see two sections: “Legend Entries (Series)” and “Horizontal (Category) Axis Labels.” To swap the x and y axis, simply click on the “Switch Row/Column” button located at the bottom left corner of the dialog box.
Step 4: Update the chart Once you have clicked the “Switch Row/Column” button, you will notice that the placement of the data series on the chart has been swapped. To finalize the changes, click the “OK” button to close the dialog box.
Congratulations! You have successfully swapped the x and y axis in your Excel chart.
Swapping the x and y axis in Excel can be a valuable tool to help you better present your data. By following the steps outlined in this blog post, you should be able to easily switch the placement of your data series on the chart.