Use Excel to analyze your 3D printing results. I’ve discovered that looking closely at my printing data can save me time and money, especially if I notice patterns in my supply usage.

Image: PixieMe/Adobe Stock. There are lots of ways to highlight a specific element in a Microsoft Excel chart. You might add data labels or use pictures instead of a plain column in a column chart.

Image: flukyfluky/ iStockphoto. Viewing the distribution of related values from one entity to another is a frequent request, and that’s where Microsoft Excel floating bar charts can help.

A Chart is a graphical representation of data, such as a pie chart, bar graph, line graph, etc. Charts can make the information interesting, appealing, and easy to read for your audience.