How zooming can help your dataviz users understand and interact with data

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Zooming is a prime way to use a JavaScript charting library for visualizing big data. This slide deck describes different methods for zooming and related features.

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Implementing Zooming for Better Usability in

Interactive Charts

When do I need to use zoom?

To give users more control

To make data more readable

Which type of zooming is best?

Zoom X ● Good for time series data● Ensures data won’t get cut off at top or bottom of chart

Zoom Y● Good for data set with wide variance● Helps users who need to inspect closely

Zoom XY● Allows zooming into regions of a chart● Adjusts the scales, almost like a new chart was loaded

More Ways to Help Your Users

PreviewAllow users to control zoom with a small, preview version of the chart

SnappingMake zooming more intuitive by zooming to the nearest node on click

Date PickerGive users even more control by attaching your zoom event to a date picker

Read Morehttp://www.zingchart.com/blog/2014/08/18/interactive-zoom-chart-feature/

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