Organize dates or ordered categories
Place dates, months, or another ordered sequence in the first column. Add one numeric column for each trend you want to compare.
Line chart maker
Create a line chart to show trends over time
Reveal movement and patterns in your data with a browser-based line chart maker. Use dates or ordered categories on the horizontal axis and keep your spreadsheet data private on your device.
Create a line chartRuns locally in your browser
Make a chart
Data table
5/5 rows and 3/3 columns used in chart
Sample data · local only
Chart configuration
Import, edit, visualize and export — your data never leaves your device.
How to make a line chart
A clear time or sequence column and one or more numeric series are enough to build a useful trend chart.
Import or paste your data
Load an XLSX, XLS, CSV, or TSV file, or paste rows into the editor. Confirm that the first row contains the series names you want to show.
Choose line chart and customize
Select the line chart type, choose rows and numeric series, and adjust the title, labels, palette, width, and height for your report.
Review the trend and download
Check the order of points, axis labels, and legend in the preview. Export a PNG for quick sharing or SVG for further design work.
Use time-series data for a meaningful line chart
Each row should represent the next point in the sequence. Keep the first column ordered so the line follows the story in your data.
| Month | Visitors |
|---|---|
| January | 1200 |
| February | 1480 |
| March | 1720 |
| April | 2090 |
When to use a line chart
Show trends over time
Track revenue, traffic, conversions, temperature, or other values across dates or regular periods.
Monitor performance
Compare multiple series to see whether teams, products, or channels move in the same direction.
Explain turning points
Make peaks, declines, and changes in momentum visible in a presentation or report.
Line chart tips
- Keep the horizontal axis in chronological or logical order.
- Use consistent measurement intervals where possible.
- Limit the number of series when clarity matters more than completeness.