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# Introduction

**Chart elements** are used to graphically present real-time data. This can include bar charts, line charts, pie charts, and many other 2D and 3D chart types. Chart elements **must** always be connected to an **external data source** in order to display data.

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## **Properties Overview**

| **Property Section**      | **Description**                                                                            |
| ------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| **Axes**                  | Settings for the X-axis, Y-axis, and Z-axis, including scale and labels.                   |
| **Background Color**      | Define the background color of the chart element.                                          |
| **Border**                | Set border properties such as color, width, and style.                                     |
| **Chart**                 | Configure general layout and style of the chart, including chart type and visual settings. |
| **Chart Position & Size** | Set the position and size of the chart within the chart element.                           |
| **Data Series**           | Define the data that will be displayed and how it will be grouped and visualized.          |
| **Flip**                  | Flip the content horizontally or vertically.                                               |
| **Identification**        | Assign a unique identifier for the chart element within the page.                          |
| **Legend**                | Configure the legend, including position, font, and visibility.                            |
| **Position**              | Set the precise location of the chart element on the page.                                 |
| **Proof of Play**         | Enable logging and tracking of when and where the chart is displayed.                      |
| **Property Bindings**     | Bind specific chart properties to external data sources to enable dynamic adjustments.     |
| **Reflection**            | Add reflection effects to the chart content.                                               |
| **Rotation**              | Rotate the chart element to a specified angle.                                             |
| **Rules**                 | Define rules and triggers that affect chart behavior and visibility based on conditions.   |
| **Size**                  | Set the width and height of the chart element.                                             |
| **Skew**                  | Apply skew effects to display content at an angle.                                         |
| **Transparency**          | Adjust the transparency of the chart element.                                              |
| **Visibility**            | Determine if the chart and/or its content should be visible during playback.               |
| **Watermark**             | Add a watermark image to the chart, such as a logo.                                        |

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## **Remarks**

* This section describes only the **chart-specific properties**.
* General properties applicable to all page elements, such as size, position, and visibility, are described separately in the **Page Element Properties** section.
* Chart elements are **highly customizable** and intended to present **live data connections** in a visual format that updates automatically.