What is data visualisation?
Data visualisation is also called information design. It's about presenting otherwise complex or boring information and presenting it in a visually engaging & meaningful way. This could mean making a graph, diagram or infographic.
Types of data visualisation
Different types of Data Visualisations. (Image: Michelle Borkin, Harvard SEAS)
Data visualisations come in all forms and sizes and depending on your audience and how creative you want to get, there are many options. Below are links to websites covering the various types of data visualisations.
- from Data to Vis Leads you to the most appropriate graph for your data.
- The Data Visualisation Catalogue A library of different information visualization types.
- Data Viz Project Presents all relevant data visualizations, so you can find the right one for you.
Free data visualisation software
- Tableau Academic A user-friendly data visualization software that can accept a variety of input files.
- Datawrapper It can take CSV data and turn it into graphs.
- RAWGraphs An open-source data visualization tool to make complex data easy for everyone.
Free infographic tools
- Free infographic maker Make an infographic in minutes with Canva’s easy-to-use infographic creator.
- Visme Create visual brand experiences for your business whether you are a seasoned designer or a total novice.
- Piktochart Easily create infographics, reports, presentations, and prints using one online platform.
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