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Pie Chart Maker

Show composition and parts of a whole. Create professional, interactive Pie Charts in seconds without any design or coding skills.

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What is a Pie Chart?

Pie charts are designed to show how a whole is divided into parts. Each slice represents a proportion or percentage of the total, making them ideal for visualizing composition, distribution, and market share. Pie charts work best when you have a limited number of categories (typically 5-7) and want to emphasize the relative size of each segment compared to the whole.

The circular format of pie charts makes them intuitive for viewers to understand percentages and proportions. They're commonly used in business presentations to show budget allocation, revenue sources, market segments, and demographic breakdowns. While pie charts are excellent for showing parts of a whole, they become difficult to interpret when you have many categories or small differences between segments, making other chart types more appropriate in those scenarios.

When to Use a Pie Chart

Market share distribution
Budget allocation by category
Website traffic sources
Customer satisfaction breakdown
Product sales distribution

How to Create a Pie Chart in 3 Steps

1

Upload Your Data

Copy and paste your data, upload a file (CSV, Excel, JSON), or type directly into our data table. CleanChart automatically detects your data structure and format.

2

Select Pie Chart & Customize

Choose Pie Chart from our chart type selector. Customize colors, labels, legend position, and styling. Preview changes in real-time as you adjust settings.

3

Export & Share

Download your Pie Chart as PNG, SVG, or PDF for reports and presentations. Embed the chart directly on your website or share a link with your team.

Real-World Example

Showing revenue distribution across four product lines

Data Types:
CategoricalPercentage
Difficulty:
Beginner

Best Practices for Pie Charts

  • 1.Keep labels clear and readable - use concise text that fits without overlapping
  • 2.Use consistent colors throughout your visualization for easy pattern recognition
  • 3.Include a descriptive title that explains what the chart shows
  • 4.Ensure data is accurate and up-to-date before creating your chart
  • 5.Consider your audience when choosing complexity and detail level

For more visualization guidelines, see resources from Tableau, Chartio, and the Interaction Design Foundation.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I create a Pie Chart for free?

CleanChart offers a free tier that lets you create Pie Charts. Simply upload your data, select Pie Chart as your chart type, customize the design, and export.

What data formats are supported?

We support CSV, Excel (.xlsx), Google Sheets, JSON, and direct paste from clipboard. You can also connect to databases and APIs for live data.

Can I customize the Pie Chart design?

Yes! You can customize colors, fonts, labels, axis formatting, legends, and more to match your brand or presentation needs.

What export formats are available?

Export your Pie Chart as PNG (for presentations), SVG (for editing), or PDF (for reports). You can also embed interactive charts on websites.

Is my data secure?

Yes. CleanChart processes data securely and follows best practices for data protection. We don't store your data longer than necessary for chart creation.

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