Excel: Text Values in XY (Scatter) Chart Change Format |
The information in this article applies to:
- Microsoft Excel for Windows, versions 3.0, 4.0, 4.0a, 5.0
- Microsoft Excel for OS/2, version 3.0
- Microsoft Excel for the Macintosh, versions 3.0, 4.0, 5.0
SUMMARY
When you create an xy (scatter) chart in Microsoft Excel, the data for the x values should not contain text. If a cell in the x-value range of the chart contains text, Microsoft Excel uses the series {1,2,3...} instead of the values on the worksheet.
To correct this problem, remove the text from the x values.
MORE INFORMATION
This problem occurs because the x-value series is only valid when it contains numeric values. If text is included in the series, Microsoft Excel defaults the x series to a linear 1,2,3-type scale.
REFERENCES
"Microsoft Excel User's Guide 1," version 4.0, pages 394-400
"Microsoft Excel User's Guide," version 3.0, pages 391-407
Additional query words: 3.0 line curve chart scatter
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Last Reviewed: March 30, 1999 |
