What is a stacked bar graph?

A bar chart where data series are stacked within a single bar, showing both total values and individual component breakdowns for each category.

What's the difference between a stacked bar graph and a segmented bar graph?

There is no difference—these terms are interchangeable and refer to the same chart type.

When should I use a stacked bar graph?

Use them to compare totals across categories while showing how individual components contribute to each total, such as sales by product line or budget breakdowns by department.

Can I upload my own data to create a stacked bar graph?

Yes, most tools support manual data entry, CSV and XLSX file uploads. Some even support direct uploads via Google Drive file picker.

What's the difference between a stacked bar graph and a double bar graph?

A stacked bar graph combines values within a single bar to show component parts, while a double bar graph uses separate bars side-by-side to compare two values.

What is a 100% stacked bar chart?

A variation that displays each segment as a percentage of the total rather than exact numerical values, useful for comparing proportions across categories.

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When you need to display multiple variables within one category, a stacked bar graph (or segmented bar graph), is one of the most effective options.

It allows you to stack data series in a single bar, making it easy to see both the totals for each category and the breakdown of each component.

Whether you’re comparing sales across regions or monitoring progress in project tasks, a stacked bar graph offers a clear, consolidated view that highlights key insights.

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