Ampler Charts lets you convert a series to a net line, showing the net position across the components of a stacked or clustered chart.
Quick answer: Left-click a series, select Series type, and choose Net line from the dropdown — the series is converted.
How to use it
Left-click a series, then choose Net line.
- Left-click on a series and select Series type.
- Select Net line from the dropdown and the series is converted.
The series becomes a net line, showing the net value across the chart’s components.
When to use it
Use a net line when you want to show the net position — the total across positive and negative components — on top of a stacked or clustered chart.
How consultants use it
A net line adds the “bottom line” to a chart of parts. Three habits apply:
- Show the net position: the line traces the net across the components
- On stacked or clustered charts: the net sits over the parts that make it up
- The bottom-line story: the reader sees both the components and the net
A net line puts the net position over a chart of components.
Tips & best practices
- Use a net line to show the total across positive and negative parts.
- Keep the net line distinct from the component series in colour.
- Label the net line so its meaning is clear.
Availability
Part of Ampler Charts, included in Ampler for PowerPoint and the Ampler Suite, on Windows desktop PowerPoint.
Frequently asked questions
How do you add a net line to a chart?
Left-click a series in Ampler Charts, select Series type, and choose Net line to convert it into a net line.
What is a net line on a chart?
A line showing the net position — the total across positive and negative components — over a stacked or clustered chart.
When should you use a net line?
When the net across the components is the point, as well as the components themselves.
How do you change the net line back?
Left-click it, open Series type, and choose a different type.