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# Introduction

Data series define **what data is displayed** in the chart and **how it is represented**. Each data series connects to a data source (such as a database or XML file) and contains the settings that control **the type of chart**, **style**, **labels**, **colors**, and **other display options**.

Although most charts work with a **single data series**, you can add **multiple data series** to display different sets of data in the same chart.

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## **Managing Data Series**

### **To Add a New Data Series**

1. Go to the **Data Series** section in the **Chart properties window**.
2. Click **Add...**.
3. Follow the wizard to define the properties of the data series.
4. Click **Finish** to add the data series.

### **To Modify an Existing Data Series**

* Select the desired data series from the list and click **Edit...**.

### **To Remove a Data Series**

* Select the data series and click **Remove**.

### **To Duplicate a Data Series**

* Select the data series and click **Duplicate** to create an exact copy.

### **To Adjust the Display Order**

* Use **Move Up** or **Move Down** to change the sequence of data series.
* **Note**: The sequence determines **how data series appear in the chart**.

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## **Properties Overview**

| **Property Section** | **Description**                                                                        |
| -------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Chart Type**       | Defines the **type of chart** (2D or 3D) to display your data (e.g., bar, line, pie).  |
| **Data Provider**    | Connects the data series to an **external data source** for real-time data.            |
| **Options**          | Various settings related to **the behavior and display options** of the data series.   |
| **Style**            | Controls the **appearance**, such as line width, bar spacing, or marker style.         |
| **Labels**           | Allows adding **data labels** to your series for better visualization and explanation. |
| **Colors**           | Sets the **colors** for elements like bars, lines, or segments within the data series. |

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## **Key Notes**

* You can **mix different chart types** (e.g., bars and lines) in the same chart by adding multiple data series.
* Managing multiple data series allows creating **complex and dynamic visualizations** from various data sets.
* Adjusting the **order of data series** impacts how they are layered or stacked in the chart.