How do I make a stacked area chart 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.
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What does a stacked area chart show?
A stacked area chart shows component series across an ordered axis, with their areas forming a total.
Definition source: Stacked area chart reference. xmetric uses its own native chart engine.
What does the stacked area chart sample show?
Choose Period, Value and Category as the series. The North series contains values 12, 15 and 20 at periods 1, 3 and 5; the South series contains 18, 24 and 28 at periods 2, 4 and 6.
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 stacked area chart instead of a line graph?
Choose separate lines when comparing series trajectories matters more than the combined total.
| Chart | Use it for |
|---|---|
| Stacked area chart | A stacked area chart shows component series across an ordered axis, with their areas forming a total. |
| Line graph | Choose separate lines when comparing series trajectories matters more than the combined total. |
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 stacked area chart need?
Show how a total and its component series change across an ordered axis. Start with Period and 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.