How do I make a scatter plot from my data?
Choose a local CSV, Excel, JSON or Parquet file, or paste CSV with a header row. Choose the fields in the controls to draw and edit your chart; xmetric processes the data in this browser.
No data loaded. Choose your own file or try the sample.
What does a scatter plot show?
A scatter plot positions each observation by two numeric values.
Definition source: Scatter plot reference. xmetric uses its own native chart engine.
What does the scatter plot sample show?
Choose Period as X and Value as Y: the first sample point is (1, 12) and the second is (2, 18). These are observations, not category totals.
Source: the illustrative input rows below, also supplied by Try sample data. This is an example, not a result from your file.
| Period | Category | Value | Other | Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | North | 12 | 8 | 3 |
| 2 | South | 18 | 13 | 6 |
| 3 | North | 15 | 17 | 4 |
| 4 | South | 24 | 21 | 9 |
| 5 | North | 20 | 19 | 5 |
| 6 | South | 28 | 30 | 8 |
When should I choose a scatter plot instead of a line graph?
Use a line when the sequence itself is meaningful; a scatter plot emphasizes the relationship between numeric variables.
| Chart | Use it for |
|---|---|
| Scatter plot | A scatter plot positions each observation by two numeric values. |
| Line graph | Use a line when the sequence itself is meaningful; a scatter plot emphasizes the relationship between numeric variables. |
What limits apply to my data?
These limits apply to tabular imports, not native Power BI or Tableau report compatibility. File size and browser memory limit what xmetric can open. Group large datasets before drawing a chart.
| Limit | Current behavior |
|---|---|
| File size | 32 MiB on constrained devices; 160 MiB otherwise |
| Imported rows | Up to 3,500,000 |
| Chart marks | Up to 10,000 |
| Download | SVG chart |
Source: xmetric limits and verification record, checked 2026-10-27. These are product limits, not file-format limits.
Can I chart a CSV without uploading my data?
Yes. xmetric reads the selected file or pasted CSV in your browser. Opening and editing this local chart does not upload the file.
Which columns does this scatter plot need?
Compare two numeric columns as individual observations. Start with X value and Y value. Choose the additional series, target or date fields when the controls request them.
Can I export the chart and keep editing it?
Yes. Download SVG for a static chart, or choose Continue editing in xmetric to carry the data and selected chart into the app. Check the chart before sharing it.