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# Color properties

The **Color properties** in the **Data Series Wizard** define how the data in your series will be visually colored in the chart. You can choose **automatic colors**, **custom series colors**, or even **individual colors per data point**.

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## **Colors**

| **Option**                     | **Description**                                                                                                                                                                 |
| ------------------------------ | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Predefined Color by Series** | The system **automatically assigns a color** to your series. When multiple data series are present, each will get a **different color automatically** to ensure distinction.    |
| **Custom Color by Series**     | **Manually define** the color for your entire series. You need to **assign different colors for each series** yourself to maintain visual clarity.                              |
| **Custom Color by Datapoint**  | Assign **individual colors to each data point** within the series. This allows for more detailed color control, useful for emphasizing specific data items or for color coding. |

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## **Color Selection Options**

* Click the **drop-down button** to open the **color picker** and choose your desired color.
* You can select:
  * **Solid (fixed) colors**.
  * **Gradients** (two or three colors).
  * **Textures**.
  * **Patterns**.

> **TIP**: See **"Using the color picker"** section for a full explanation of all available color selection options.

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## **Remarks**

* **Predefined Color by Series** is the quickest way to differentiate between multiple series without manual effort.
* **Custom Color by Series** gives **full control** over the visual appearance but requires careful planning in multi-series charts to avoid similar colors.
* **Custom Color by Datapoint** is ideal for highlighting **specific values** or creating **heatmap-like effects** within a single series.
* Carefully choosing colors helps **clarify data trends**, **highlight important points**, and maintain **aesthetic consistency** in your presentations.