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Answer: Making a bubble charts without having the bubbles overlapping
Yes, it is possible to create a bubble chart without having the bubbles overlap each other. Here are the steps to do it:
- First, select the data that you want to use for your bubble chart. Make sure that you have three columns of data: one for the x-axis, one for the y-axis, and one for the size of the bubbles.
- Next, insert a new chart by clicking on the "Insert" tab and selecting "Bubble Chart" from the "Charts" section.
- Once you have inserted the chart, right-click on one of the bubbles and select "Format Data Series" from the drop-down menu.
- In the "Format Data Series" pane, select "Fill & Line" and then choose "No Fill" for the fill color. This will make the bubbles transparent.
- Next, select "Marker Options" and then choose a shape for the bubbles that is easy to see, such as a circle or square.
- Under "Marker Options," select "Size" and then choose a size for the bubbles that is appropriate for your data.
- Finally, adjust the spacing between the bubbles by selecting "Layout" and then choosing "Spacing." Increase the spacing until the bubbles are no longer overlapping.
By following these steps, you can create a bubble chart that displays your data without having the bubbles overlap each other.
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