Stacked Bar Chart with Line by JTA

Stacked Bar Chart with Line by JTA - The Data Scientist's Visualization Tool

Overview

This custom Power BI visual from JTA - The Data Scientists seamlessly blends the clarity of a traditional bar chart with the flexibility of a stacked bar, enabling an insightful view of multiple metrics in a single, cohesive display.

Each category features two bars:

• A solid bar that represents the total value of a primary metric, giving an immediate sense of overall volume or performance.
• A stacked bar that breaks this total down into individual components (e.g., product-level or subcategory contributions), revealing the underlying structure behind the headline number.

Overlaying this bar setup is a dynamic line chart, which tracks a secondary metric across categories. This layered visualization allows for direct comparison between trends and totals, helping users:

• Identify patterns and deviations,
• Spot mismatches between volume and value,
• Extract deeper, actionable insights at a glance.

The visual supports rich customization options, allowing users to configure the stacking, color schemes, and axis formatting to suit specific analytic goals. Whether used for comparing product sales, departmental contributions, or multi-tiered KPIs, this chart empowers users to navigate complex data with clarity and precision.

Features of Stacked Bar Chart with Line:

• Change Chart Orientation
  • Move the stacked bar: You can shift the position of the stacked bar from left to right or vice versa for better visual alignment.
• Customize Axes
  • Modify the X and Y axes to enhance the chart’s appearance and readability.
  • Use the dual Y-axis feature:
    • One Y-axis for the bar chart; The other for the line chart.
    • Customize the range.
• Adjust the Legend
  • Customize the legend position (top, bottom, side).
  • Change the look and feel, spacing, and even the width for clarity.
• Style the Elements
  • Tweak the line and column styles—color, thickness, and shape—to match your preferred aesthetic or branding.
• Interactivity Features
  • Click on bars or legend items to highlight or filter specific data.
  • Filter reports dynamically by clicking on any bar in the chart.
  • Emphasize key insights by highlighting bars and linked legend items.
• Dive Into Customization
  • Explore all the settings to tailor the chart exactly to your needs.

If you have any doubts reach out to custom.visuals@thedatascientists.com.