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Sunburst chart

Rings of a hierarchy, from the centre outwards.

When to use a sunburst chart

Use it to show how a total breaks down across two or three levels.

How to make one

  1. Paste your data into the Data box, or upload a CSV. The example shows the columns it needs.
  2. Add a title, subtitle and source under Text.
  3. Pick colours, a font and a size under Style: 16:9 for slides, 1:1 for WhatsApp and LinkedIn, 4:5 for Instagram posts, 9:16 for Stories, Reels and TikTok.
  4. Press Play to animate it, or Present to show it full screen.
  5. Press Share & export. On a phone, send the image, an MP4 video of the animation or a link straight to WhatsApp, Instagram, TikTok or LinkedIn. On a computer, copy it into your slides or download a PNG, SVG or PowerPoint file.

Everything runs in your browser. Your data isn't uploaded anywhere, and your last chart is remembered on this device.

Questions about the sunburst chart

What data do I need for a sunburst chart?

One column per level (e.g. Department, Team), then an optional number for size. Paste it from Excel or Google Sheets, upload a CSV, or connect a live Google Sheet.

When should I use a sunburst chart?

Use it to show how a total breaks down across two or three levels.

What's the most common mistake with a sunburst chart?

Too many levels. After two or three, the outer rings get too thin to read.

Can I animate it, download it or put it in PowerPoint?

Yes. Press Play to animate it, record an MP4 or GIF, or download a PNG, SVG or PowerPoint file. In PowerPoint it's added as a high-resolution image. It's free, with no sign-up.

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