Color a scatter plot with a gradient
Create a scatter plot and color the symbols with a gradient, based on the values in a data column. To display a scatter plot with data-based coloring and show a color scale for these points, complete the steps below:
- Select the scatter plot in the Object Manager.
- Click on the Symbol tab in the Property Manager.
- In the Plot Symbol Properties section, expand the Fill section.
- Set the Color variable.
- Define the desired Colormap.
- Check the box next to Show color scale.
- Now that the color scale exists, you can select it to edit the properties in the Property Manager.
Color scatter plot points based on data values and then display a color scale to display which values represent which colors.
Color a line plot line with a gradient
Grapher can color an entire plot line from beginning to end using a gradient tied to the order of your data points in the worksheet. You can use this feature to analyze cyclical data and identify overlaps, such as when plotting voltammetry curves. To do so:
- Select your line plot.
- Click on the Line tab in the Property Manager.
- In the Plot Line Properties section, change the Color method to Colormap.
- Choose the desired predefined color gradient from the Colormap list, or click the ... button to create a custom colormap.
Color a line plot via a gradient from the beginning of the line to the end of the line based on the data order.
Updated September 2023
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