More Ways to Improve Clarity: Visual Aids Copy

Use Visual Aids

Visual aids, such as charts, graphs, tables, and line drawings can help readers understand quantitative data.

  • If more than two or three lines of text are required to relate statistical information to the reader, use a table or graph for this information.
  • If you need to dramatically illustrate a complex relationship between several factors, or if you wish to show a trend, use a chart or graph.