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Create a Pie Chart Graphic in PowerPoint

Pie charts show proportions of the whole

By Wendy Russell Wendy Russell Writer Brock University Former Lifewire writer Wendy Russell is an experienced teacher specializing in live communications, graphics design, and PowerPoint software. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on May 26, 2020 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email

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Expand Jump to a Section Create a Pie Chart Choose a Style The Generic Pie Chart and Data Edit the Data The Updated Pie Chart Create a pie chart in PowerPoint to visually demonstrate proportions of a whole. After you've created the basic chart, adjust the chart's data, alter its style, and update it on the fly. Information in this article applies to PowerPoint 2019, 2016, and 2013; PowerPoint for Microsoft 365; and PowerPoint for Mac.

Create a Pie Chart in PowerPoint

Begin by adding a new slide using the Title and Content slide layout. Then, select the Insert Chart icon (it's the middle icon on the top row of the group of six icons shown in the body of the slide layout). Another way to add a pie chart is to choose a blank slide in your presentation and select Insert > Chart.

Choose a Pie Chart Style

In the Insert Chart dialog box, select Pie and choose a pie chart style. There are several style of pie charts. Options include flat pie shapes, 3D pie shapes, and pie charts with exploded pieces. Select OK after you have made your selection. The pie chart styles and colors can be changed after the chart is created.

The Generic Pie Chart and Data

When you create a pie chart on a PowerPoint slide, the basic chart appears on the slide and the chart data appears in a worksheet window. If you don't see the worksheet window, select the chart and select Chart Tools Design > Edit Data. You'll use the worksheet window to enter data for the pie chart by replacing the default data.

Edit the Pie Chart Data

Pie charts display comparative types of data, such as percentage figures for how much each of your monthly household expenses takes from your income. However, pie charts display one type of data, unlike column charts or line charts. To edit the data in the worksheet window: Select the worksheet window to make it the active window. Edit the heading of the column in the generic data to reflect your own information. Edit the row headings in the generic data to reflect your own information. The chart updates to reflect your changes. To add new data rows, drag a corner handle of the highlighted data set.

Updated Pie Chart Reflects New Data

After you change the generic data to your own specific data, the information is immediately reflected in the pie chart. Add a title for your slide into the text placeholder at the top of the slide. How to Make a Gantt Chart in PowerPoint Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Create Exploding Pie Charts in Excel How to Make a Gantt Chart in PowerPoint How to Create a Report in Excel How to Select Multiple Slides in PowerPoint How to Make a PowerPoint Presentation How to Insert a Copyright Symbol or Emoji on a PowerPoint Slide How to Put a Spreadsheet in Google Slides Make a High-Low-Close Stock Market Chart in Excel How to Make a Chart on Google Docs How to Make a Graph in Google Sheets An Introduction to PowerPoint How to Create a Timeline in PowerPoint Slide Layouts in PowerPoint How to Make Hotspots on the Image Map in PowerPoint How to Use PowerPoint Slide Master Layouts How to Create an 8 Column Chart in Excel Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies