Ampler Charts lets you move and resize the legend, using alignment guides to place it precisely and clear of the data.
Quick answer: Drag the legend area to move it, drag its handles to resize it, and use the alignment guides to position it precisely.
How to use it
Drag to move the legend; drag the handles to resize it.
- Drag the legend area to move it to a different position.
- Drag the handles to resize the legend area.
- Use the alignment guides to position it precisely.
The legend moves and resizes to where you place it, so it sits clear of the plotted data and aligned to the chart.
When to use it
Reposition the legend to fill dead space and keep it clear of the data; resize it when it crowds the plot or wraps awkwardly.
How consultants use it
A tidy legend, well-placed, is part of a clean exhibit. Three habits apply:
- Out of the data: the legend sits in space that isn’t carrying data
- Aligned to the chart: alignment guides keep it square to the plot
- Sized to fit: the legend is resized so it neither crowds nor wraps
Placing and sizing the legend keeps it tidy and out of the way.
Tips & best practices
- Put the legend in dead space, clear of the data.
- Use the alignment guides for precise placement.
- Resize the legend so entries don’t wrap awkwardly.
Availability
Part of Ampler Charts, included in Ampler for PowerPoint and the Ampler Suite, on Windows desktop PowerPoint.
Frequently asked questions
How do you move the legend on a chart?
Drag the legend area in Ampler Charts to reposition it, using the alignment guides to place it precisely.
How do you resize a chart legend?
Drag the handles on the legend area to resize it.
Where should the legend go on a chart?
In space that isn’t carrying data, aligned to the chart — or drop it entirely in favour of direct series labels when there are few series.
How do you align the legend precisely?
Use the alignment guides that appear as you drag the legend.