How to Make a Line Graph in Microsoft Excel
- George Apostolov
How to Make a Line Graph in Microsoft Excel: step-by-step guide
Go to the Insert tab and click the Insert Line or Area Chart icon in the Charts group.
Choose a line graph style (e.g., Line, Line with Markers).
Right-click inside the chart area and click Select Data.
Click Add on the left side to enter data for the vertical axis.
Under Series Name, type the name for the chart series.
For Series Values, delete the default data, then drag and select the data you want to include for the vertical axis, then click OK.
Under the Horizontal Axis Labels, click Edit.
Drag and select the cells containing the desired data for the horizontal axis and click OK.
Click OK to apply the changes and view the updated chart with data on both axes.
Left-click on the chart, click the + icon to add axis titles or data labels, and explore other options to customize your chart.
Quick answer: To make a line graph in Microsoft Excel, go to the Insert tab, select a line chart style, and open Select Data. Add vertical axis values by selecting your data, then edit the horizontal axis labels with your desired cells. Finally, apply changes and use the plus icon to customize your chart.
About this Microsoft tutorial
Create custom line graphs in Microsoft Excel by selecting chart styles, adding axis data, and updating labels for clear data visualization. This guide shows how to make a Line Graph in Microsoft Excel in 10 steps, starting with "Go to the Insert tab and click the Insert Line or Area Chart icon in the Charts group" and finishing with "Left-click on the chart, click the + icon to add axis titles or data labels, and explor...". 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 make a Line Graph in Microsoft Excel?
10 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 Make a Table in Microsoft Excel, How to make cells fit text microsoft excel and How to Make Gridlines Darker in Microsoft Excel. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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