Yes, no currently available version of XL supports that capability.
However, it is possible. For automated solutions get XY Chart labeler
(www.appspro.com) or Chart Tools (www.j-walk.com). For a "roll your
own" approach see
Data Labels
http://www.tushar-mehta.com/excel/ne...els/index.html

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In article ,
says...
I use Excel 97.
I want to graph the progression of my test GRADES. I can create a line chart
that graphs my three test scores on three different days, 81 in January, 85
in February, and 89 in March. However, I would like the data labels to
reflect my GRADE and not my SCORE. While I want the chart to graph my SCORES
of 81, 85, and 89 - I want the labels to reflect "B-", "B", and "B+" and not
the actual numerical SCORES.

So, I would like the option to select a different column for my DATA LABELS.

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