Bubble Chart

1) Bubble Chart is a sophisticated visualization tool used to represent multi-dimensional data in a clear and impactful way. Each bubble on the chart represents an entity with its position and size based on quantitative variables, enabling immediate visual comparisons across different categories. 

2) This method is vital for highlighting correlations, distributions, and outliers within large datasets, thereby providing significant benefits in analytical tasks and decision-making processes. Bubble Charts are particularly useful in scenarios where understanding the interplay between different data points is crucial, making them an indispensable tool for data-driven insights.

3) Application Scenario：The aggregate bubble chart, which functions as a force-directed graph, visually represents data distributions by mapping the sizes of bubbles to data values. This type of chart effectively showcases regional sales volumes, with the display indicating that Southeast China, North China, and Central China have the highest sales. This visual format allows users to quickly discern the leading regions in sales volume directly from the chart.

4) Basic Requirement

The following figure describes basic requirements for the aggregate bubble chart.

5) Chart Feature

Advantage: The aggregate bubble chart is suitable for handling value distribution and data point clustering.

Disadvantage: The chart is unsuitable for viewing specific numerical values.

1. Log in to the system as the admin, click My Analysis, click a folder, and click New Subject.

2. Choose Current Project > Public Data, search for Store Sales Statistics, and click OK.

Component Creation

1. Click Component in the lower left corner.

2. Drag the field Area into Dimension and Sales Volume into Indicator, and click the Aggregate Bubble Chart icon in Chart Type.

Chart Beautifying

Setting the Color

Drag the field Area into Color to display data points of different categories in different colors.

Setting the Legend

Click Component Style and deselect Display All Legends.

Setting the Comment

1. Click Graphic Property, click the Sales Volume (Sum) field in Size, select Special Display from the drop-down list, and select Comment.

2. Click Add Condition (AND), select Largest N behind Sales Volume (Sum), enter 3 behind N=, click the + icon on the right, and select the Area field.

Effect Display

On PC

On Mobile Terminals

In conclusion, the aggregate bubble chart offers a dynamic and insightful way to analyze complex data distributions. By visually mapping data to the size of bubbles in a force-directed graph, it facilitates an intuitive understanding of key metrics such as regional sales volumes. This visualization tool is invaluable for decision-makers seeking to quickly grasp significant data trends and make informed strategic choices.