Grouped Horizontal Bar Chart
When you need to compare multiple values for each category, the grouped horizontal bar chart places bars side by side. For example, you could compare sales across different regions for each product, or show this year vs. last year for each department. Each group of bars shares a color legend, making it easy to spot patterns and compare across categories.
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How to create a Grouped Horizontal Bar chart
- Begin with your data (CSV/Excel or spreadsheet) — or sketch a Grouped Horizontal Bar chart using Draw Chart.
- Optional: upload an existing chart image and extract the data, then review and fix any mistakes.
- Use AI recommendations (optional) to pick a chart type and a design direction, then customize manually if needed.
- Map columns: pick a Label column and select two or more Value columns (each becomes a series).
- Pick a template and theme, then fine-tune colors, patterns, and light effects for your Grouped Horizontal Bar design.
- Export a crisp PNG when it looks right (or keep iterating).
When to use
- Comparing 2-4 series across categories
- Category names are long
- Direct comparison between groups is important
- Each series represents a distinct entity (regions, years, products)
When to avoid
- More than 4-5 series (becomes cluttered)
- You want to show totals (use stacked)
- Series have very different scales
Data requirements
Data format: One label column + two or more value columns (each becomes a bar color)
Common use cases
Grouped Horizontal Bar chart comparisons
Grouped Horizontal Bar Chart vs Stacked Horizontal Bar Chart
Choose a Grouped Horizontal Bar chart when it matches your data format (one label column + two or more value columns (each becomes a bar color)).
Stacked Horizontal Bar Chart →Grouped Horizontal Bar Chart vs Horizontal Bar Chart
Use vertical bars for short labels or time-based categories. Use horizontal bars when labels are long or you have many categories.
Horizontal Bar Chart →Styling a Grouped Horizontal Bar chart
- Keep labels readable: fewer categories and shorter labels make a Grouped Horizontal Bar chart look cleaner.
- If you're exporting, use a high-contrast theme so text and marks stay readable.
- If elements blend together, try a gentle pattern or light effect for separation.
- For dense time series, consider switching to a Line chart for a clearer trend story.
FAQ
How do you read a Grouped Horizontal Bar chart?
A Grouped Horizontal Bar chart is a way to visualize data formatted as: One label column + two or more value columns (each becomes a bar color). It works well for regional comparisons.
When should I use a Grouped Horizontal Bar chart?
Choose a Grouped Horizontal Bar chart when comparing 2-4 series across categories and category names are long. For best results, keep labels readable and values numeric.
How do I make a Grouped Horizontal Bar chart from a spreadsheet?
Upload a CSV/Excel file, map the columns, and PrettyChart will generate a Grouped Horizontal Bar chart you can customize and export as PNG.
Does PrettyChart recommend a chart type and design automatically?
Yes. PrettyChart can suggest both the chart type and a design direction after upload — you can still tweak every detail.
Can I create a Grouped Horizontal Bar chart by drawing or from an existing chart image?
Yes. You can draw a chart or upload an image to extract values, then edit the Grouped Horizontal Bar chart like any other.
Is signup required to export a Grouped Horizontal Bar chart?
No signup is required — you can create, customize, and export your Grouped Horizontal Bar chart right away.
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