How to Change the Data Series Name in Microsoft Excel
- George Apostolov
How to Change the Data Series Name in Microsoft Excel: step-by-step guide
Inside your Microsoft Excel worksheet, find and select the chart containing the data series you wish to rename.
After that, head over to the top navigation bar and tap 'Chart'.
Choose 'Select Data' from the available options.
Next, navigate to the Chart Editor panel and select the field that contains the data series you want to customize.
Tap the 'Edit Title' icon afterwards.
Subsequently, enter the new data series name into the provided input field and then click the 'Done' icon to apply the changes
After completing these steps, the name of the selected data series will be changed accordingly.
Quick answer: To rename a data series in Microsoft Excel, select your chart, tap Chart, and choose Select Data. Next, select the data series in the Chart Editor panel, tap Edit Title, enter the new name, and click Done to apply the changes.
About this Microsoft tutorial
Easily rename data series in Microsoft Excel by updating titles through the Chart Editor select data menu. This guide shows how to change the Data Series Name in Microsoft Excel in 7 steps, starting with "Inside your Microsoft Excel worksheet, find and select the chart containing the data se..." and finishing with "After completing these steps, the name of the selected data series will be changed acco...". 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 change the Data Series Name in Microsoft Excel?
7 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 Change the Font Size in Microsoft Excel, How to Change the Icon in Microsoft Planner and How to Change the Label Names in Microsoft Planner. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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