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      How to implement a Trend Line in a graph

      This article will show you how to implement a Trend Line in a graph

      Why Implement a Trend line?

      Whether you want to analyze trends in your data, identify patterns over time, or make future predictions, adding a Trend Line to your graph can help you visualize data insights more effectively.

      Before We Get Started

      Take Note:

      • You can only add a Trend Line if your graph contains numerical data.

      • Trend Lines can be applied to bar charts in Capptions Direct.

      • Adding a Trend Line does not alter the original data but enhances visualization and interpretation.

      • Trend Lines are only visible when there are multiple reference points on the graph. 

      Implementing a Trend Line in a graph

       

      Step 1: Sign in to the Capptions Direct web portal

      Sign in to your Capptions Direct account using the link

      Step 2: Select an organization

      Click on the drop-down arrow in the top left-hand corner and select the organization you would like to add a Trend Line to your graph to.

      Step 3: Click on Templates

      You will immediately land on the form template listing page.

      Step 4: Click on the Dashboards tab

      Click on the Dashboards tab to create and edit dashboard in your organization.

      Step 5: Click on the Edit menu (3 Dots) on the right side of the dashboard

      5.1 If you do not have a dashboard yet, see our article on making your first dashboard.
      5.2 If you already have a dashboard, navigate to your dashboard and click on the edit menu (3 Dots) on the right side of the dashboard to edit your dashboard. 

      Step 6: Click the graph you want to add a Trend Line to.

      Navigate to the graph you want to add the trend line to and click on it to start editing the widget.

      Step 7: Switch on the Trend Line option.

      Scroll down to the bottom of the widget editor to reveal more settings for your graph.
      Then click on the Trend Line switch to turn it on.

      Step 8 (Optional): Change the Label of your Trend Line:

      You can choose to change the label of your Trend Line, by clicking on the Label text box and filling in a new name for your Trend Line.

      Step 9 (Optional): Change the color of your Trend Line:

      You can choose to change the color of your Trend Line by:

      9.1 clicking on the square next to the Label text box
      9.2 then choosing a color and shade for  your Trend Line.

      Step 10: Click submit to save your changes

      Click submit at the bottom right of the widget editor to save the changes you have made to the graph.

      And that's how easy it is!

      We hope this article is helpful in adding a Trend Line to your graph. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact our customers support team at support@capptions.direct

      Thank you for choosing Capptions Direct as your EHS Management Software, We look forward to helping you make your workplace safer and more efficient!