How to add trendline in microsoft excel
- George Apostolov
How to add trendline in microsoft excel: step-by-step guide
Open the file you want to edit.
Select the chart that you want to add a trendline.
Click on the "+" icon located at the top of the selected chart to proceed.
Choose "Trendline," and select the type of trendline you want to use.
Quick answer: To add a trendline in Microsoft Excel, open your file, select the desired chart, click the "+" icon at the top of the chart, choose "Trendline," and select your preferred trendline type.
About this Microsoft tutorial
Insert a trendline into your Microsoft chart by selecting the chart, clicking the plus icon, and choosing your preferred trendline type. This guide shows how to add trendline in microsoft excel in 4 steps, starting with "Open the file you want to edit" and finishing with "Choose 'Trendline,' and select the type of trendline you want to use". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Microsoft interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to add trendline in microsoft excel?
4 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Microsoft data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Microsoft and Excel. Related guides: How to Adjust the Column Width in Microsoft Excel, How to Autofit in Microsoft Excel and How to Automatically Calculate Microsoft Excel. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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