Formatting a 3-D Chart

In addition to the chart formatting options discussed earlier in this topic, there are several more ways you can change the look of a 3-D chart.

When a 3-D chart has three axes   you can adjust the rotation, elevation, and perspective. By doing so, you can find the best arrangement for clearly displaying the values and axes in the chart.

Change the rotation and elevation   Click a corner, and then drag. To see outlines of the markers while you drag, hold down CONTROL.

For more formatting options   click 3-D View (Chart menu) to adjust the chart’s perspective. To adjust the chart depth and the gaps between markers, double-click the data markers and then click the Options tab.

Change the color and pattern of the walls and floor   The walls are formatted together as a unit. The floor is always opaque, unless you have rotated it to view the chart from below; in this case, the floor is transparent. Double-click a wall or the floor to make your formatting selections. You can apply patterns, gradient fills, textures, and even pictures to the walls and floor.

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