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Gridlines are the lines that span wide and tall within the chart’s Plot Area. These Horizontal and Vertical gridlines originate from the axes, which makes the data easier to comprehend for the viewer. Gridlines may emerge from both the horizontal and vertical axes, although by default you can see only Horizontal gridlines on the chart.
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Chart Gridlines in PowerPoint 2013
Chart Gridlines in PowerPoint 2011

Tutorial Code: 10 04 01
Previous: 10 03 07 Apply Pattern Fills to Plot Area of Charts in PowerPoint
Next: 10 04 02 More Chart Gridline Options in PowerPoint
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Tagged as: 10-04, Chart Gridlines, Charts and Graphs, PowerPoint Tutorials
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Patterns in PowerPoint are two-color designs comprising lines, dots, dashes, and checks. PowerPoint includes 48 patterns such patterns with names like Plaid, Weaves, Shingle, and Zig Zag. When used with some caution, Patterns can make a great fill for your Plot Area, similarly like any other fill.
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Apply Pattern Fills to Plot Area of Charts in PowerPoint 2013
Apply Pattern Fills to Plot Area of Charts in PowerPoint 2011

Tutorial Code: 10 03 07
Previous: 10 03 06 Apply Texture Fills to Plot Area of Charts in PowerPoint
Next: 10 04 01 Chart Gridlines in PowerPoint
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Tagged as: 10-03, Charts and Graphs, Plot Area, PowerPoint Tutorials
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The Plot Area of a chart, which is transparent by default, can be enhanced with various fill types. But you should exercise some caution, a busy Plot Area will subdue the actual chart! This can be avoided by taking a little precaution while choosing the fill type and also when you apply it.
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Apply Texture Fills to Plot Area of Charts in PowerPoint 2013
Apply Texture Fills to Plot Area of Charts in PowerPoint 2011

Tutorial Code: 10 03 06
Previous: 10 03 05 Apply Picture Fills to Plot Area of Charts in PowerPoint
Next: 10 03 07 Apply Pattern Fills to Plot Area of Charts in PowerPoint
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Picture fills can look great and distracting depending upon the type of picture you chose, and the object that you fill with the picture can also make a difference. If you need to use a picture as a fill for your chart’s Plot Area, then you must put in plenty of thought because you don’t want to crowd your chart. Therefore you can use a picture, but it’s best to use one that’s muted enough and does not attract too much attention.
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Apply Picture Fills to Plot Area of Charts in PowerPoint 2013
Apply Picture Fills to Plot Area of Charts in PowerPoint 2011

Tutorial Code: 10 03 05
Previous: 10 03 04 Apply Gradient Fills to Plot Area of Charts in PowerPoint
Next: 10 03 06 Apply Texture Fills to Plot Area of Charts in PowerPoint
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Gradient fills are typically blended fills between two or more colors that graduate from one color to another, and if you use neutral or muted colors, then a gradient fill can provide a great, understated backdrop for your chart.
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Apply Gradient Fills to Plot Area of Charts in PowerPoint 2013
Apply Gradient Fills to Plot Area of Charts in PowerPoint 2011

Tutorial Code: 10 03 04
Previous: 10 03 03 Apply Solid Fills to Plot Area of Charts in PowerPoint
Next: 10 03 05 Apply Picture Fills to Plot Area of Charts in PowerPoint
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