How to Configure Chart Data Label Position Settings

In Bold Reports, configuring data label positions in charts is essential for improving data visualization and making charts more informative and visually appealing. This guide explains how to adjust data label positions for better readability and presentation. For example, you can display data labels inside or outside the chart elements based on your requirements.

Steps to Configure Data Label Position Settings

Step 1: Access Series Properties

1. Click the chart for which you want to modify the data label position.
2. Locate and click the Settings icon to open the properties panel.
3. In the Basic Settings section, click the Edit icon next to the Choose Series option. This action opens the series properties panel.
   
   

Step 2: Enable Data Labels and Adjust Label Position

1. Navigate to the Data Label Settings section and select the Show Label checkbox to enable data labels for the chart.
2. Locate the Position property within the Data Label Settings section.
3. Click the dropdown menu and select the preferred position for the data labels. Common options include Auto, Top, Bottom, Center, Right, Left, or Outside, depending on the chart type.
   
   

Preview the Changes

• Preview the chart after making the changes to ensure that the labels are positioned correctly and improve the chart’s readability.
  
  

Conclusion

Customizing data label positions can significantly improve the readability and presentation of charts. Experiment with different label positions to identify the layout that best suits your data. Save the settings once you are satisfied with the result.

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