4/20/25

Stacked Column Chart with True Percentages in Excel

Stacked column charts in Excel can be visually misleading—especially when the vertical axis doesn’t start at 0%! In this tutorial from Tryit Learnit, you’ll learn how to create a stacked column chart and adjust the vertical axis to display accurate percentages for a true visual representation 📉.

You'll learn how to:

  • Insert a stacked column chart from your data

  • Use the chart launcher and formatting options 🎯

  • Add data labels for better clarity

  • Spot misleading scale issues (like auto-scaling to 75%!)

  • Reset the minimum axis value to 0% for transparency 📏

💡 Great for reporting, data presentations, or anyone who values visual accuracy.

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