The Labels properties in the Data Series Wizard define how data item labels are displayed in your chart, including visibility, style, content, and positioning.


Labels

PropertyDescription
Show Datapoint LabelsEnable/disable the display of labels for the data points in your series.

Style

PropertyDescription
FontDisplays the current font and style of the labels. Click the button next to the text box to adjust it.
Label ColorChoose the color of the label text. Options include fixed colors, gradients, textures, and patterns.
Background ColorChoose the background color behind the label text. Supports solid colors, gradients, patterns, etc.

Position

PropertyDescription
PositionSelect how labels are positioned within the chart. Use Automatic to let the system decide the optimal spot.
Label IntervalSet the interval (in pixels) between two consecutive labels.

Content

PropertyDescription
ContentChoose whether to display only labels or labels and values together.
Value FormatIf values are included, choose a format to display these values (e.g., currency, decimal).
Label FormatChoose a format for the label text (e.g., plain, custom string formatting).

Border

PropertyDescription
Show Label BorderEnable/disable a border around the labels.
WidthSet the thickness (in pixels) of the label border.
Border ColorChoose a color for the label border. Supports fixed colors, gradients, textures, and patterns.

Remarks

  • Labels can be fully customized to match your design and branding needs, including fonts, colors, backgrounds, and borders.
  • The Label Interval controls the density of labels, which can be useful for charts with many data points.
  • If values are displayed, formatting options ensure that numerical data is presented clearly (e.g., as percentages, currency).
  • Label positioning can be left to automatic adjustment, ensuring the chart remains readable without manual fine-tuning.