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Build Your First Chart

Step-by-step guide to creating your first professional chart in Google Slides

Before You Start

Make sure you have:

  • A Google account and access to Google Slides
  • A Chromium-based browser (Chrome, Edge, Arc, etc.)
  • The Chartbuddy extension installed from the Chrome Web Store
  • Logged into your Chartbuddy account in the extension

Creating Your Chart

Step 1

Open Google Slides

Go to slides.google.com and open a presentation.

Step 2

Open Chartbuddy

Look for the Chartbuddy icon in the bottom right corner of Google Slides and click it to open the extension.

Note: You may be prompted to grant Chartbuddy access to your presentation. Learn more about file access.

Step 3

Choose a chart type

Select a chart type from the sidebar. Bar charts are great for beginners. You can choose a template or start from scratch.

Step 4

Add your data

Use the data table to input your values and labels. You can also copy-paste data from Excel or Google Sheets.

Step 5

Customize your chart

Use the Style tab to change colors, fonts, and appearance. Add titles, axis labels, and adjust the legend as needed.

Step 6

Insert into your slide

Click "Insert" to add your chart to the slide. You can resize and move it like any other element. To edit later, hover over the chart and click the Chartbuddy icon.

Congratulations!

You've successfully created your first chart with Chartbuddy. Your chart is now part of your presentation and will be saved with your Google Slides.

Tips for Success

Start simple

Begin with basic chart types like bar or line charts before exploring advanced options.

Keep it clean

Use consistent colors and avoid cluttering your chart. Learn more about chart decluttering techniques.

Use colors strategically

Choose colors that guide attention to key insights. Check out our guide on using colors effectively.

Need Help?

If you have questions about creating charts, please contact our support team.