Summary  
This chapter covers how to modify a chart’s data sources by editing series names and ranges, adding or removing data series, switching row/column orientation, and changing the chart type.

General domain of usage  
Data visualization

This lesson focuses on **editing chart data** directly in Excel.

You will learn how to modify existing data series, add new ones, and remove unnecessary series to keep your charts accurate and up to date.

## Key Points

- Use the **Chart Design** tab → **Data** group → **Select Data** to edit existing data series by changing the series name or adjusting the data range;
- New data series can be added through the **Select Data** dialog by specifying the series name and values range;
- The **Change Chart Type** option in the **Chart Design** tab → **Type** group allows you to convert a chart to a different chart type, such as switching to a Clustered Column chart.


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Editing Chart Data in Excel

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