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15. Chart Choice and Storytelling

15.2 Avoid Chart Junk

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  • No 3D bars.
  • Do not truncate the y-axis to exaggerate tiny gaps unless you label clearly.
  • One message per chart; title should state the finding, not just “Chart 1”.
  • Dual axis only when units truly differ and you warn the reader.

Ravindra Bagale's Tip

Khup students rainbow colours aani heavy grid sodtat — manager distracted hoto. Ek simple sorted bar + clear title jast powerful. “Pune leads fictional Oct GMV” – title madhe insight. Lakshat theva!