# How to Create a Polar Chart

### How to create a Polar Chart in the Advanced Chart Builder

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#### Start with the right data

Ensure your dataset includes:

* **At least one categorical field** (e.g., department, grade level, course name)
* **One or more numeric or metric fields** (e.g., enrollment count, average GPA)
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#### Open the Advanced Chart Builder

Open the [Advanced Chart Builder](/top-resources/advanced-charts-and-visualizations-builder/getting-started-with-the-advanced-chart-builder.md) from a thread or Pin to launch the builder.
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#### Open the Chart tab

Select the type of Polar Chart you need:

* **Radar line**: Used to display how a group or category contributes to a total metric across multiple variables **using connected lines**.
* **Radar area**: Used to display how a group or category contributes to a total metric across multiple variables **using filled areas**.
* **Nightingale**: Used to display how a group or category contributes to a total metric **using radial segments sorted by value or time**.
* **Radial column**: Used to display how a group or category contributes to a total metric **over time with columns radiating outward from the center**.
* **Radial bar**: Used to display how a group or category **contributes to a total metric as curved bars extending from the center**.

Review the live preview of your chart. 
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#### Go to the Setup tab

* Confirm your Category from the dropdown (e.g., department, program name, grade level)
* Add one or more Series (e.g., enrollment count, average GPA)
* Choose the appropriate aggregation (e.g., Sum, Average)
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#### Apply Data Filters

[Filter your data](/top-resources/advanced-charts-and-visualizations-builder/create-a-chart-with-the-advanced-chart-builder.md#how-to-apply-filters) to reduce clutter, increase readability, and focus the chart on the story. 
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#### Customize the Chart (Optional)

[Use the Customize tab](/top-resources/advanced-charts-and-visualizations-builder/customize-your-chart.md) to adjust the look of your chart:

* Add axis titles and chart labels
* Adjust colors, axis lines, labels, and tooltips
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#### Save the Chart

Click Save when you’re ready to [apply your changes](/top-resources/advanced-charts-and-visualizations-builder/saving-or-canceling-your-chart-edits.md), or Cancel to discard the changes. 
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### Polar Chart Use Cases

Need some inspiration? Consider these examples where a Polar Chart may work well. 

* Show student satisfaction across different programs, departments, or schools.
* Visualize skill mastery across subjects or standards.

### Polar Chart Tips and Best Practices

* Polar Charts are usually best for comparing multiple series or metrics across a shared set of categories.
* 3 to 8 categories work best for a polar chart. More than 8 can make the chart cluttered, hard to read, and visually overwhelming — especially with overlapping lines or filled areas.
* Consider using radar area for stronger visual impact.


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