PIVOT TABLE AND PIVOT CHARTS

A pivot table is a data summarization tool used in spreadsheet programs like Microsoft Excel or
Google Sheets. It allows you to extract and analyze information from large datasets by
organizing and presenting it in a more understandable and meaningful way.

Here is a basic breakdown of how a pivot table works:

1. Data Source: You start with a dataset containing rows and columns of information.

2. Drag and Drop: In a pivot table, you can drag and drop fields (columns) from your dataset
into different areas like Rows, Columns, Values, and Filters.

 Rows: This determines how data is grouped or categorized on the vertical axis.
 Columns: This defines the horizontal categorization.
 Values: This area aggregates or performs calculations on the data.
 Filters: Allows you to filter data based on specific criteria.

3. Aggregation: In the "Values" section, you can perform operations like sum, count, average,
etc., depending on the type of data.

4. Summarization: The pivot table then summarizes the data based on your chosen criteria,
making it easier to draw insights.

As for pivot charts, they work hand-in-hand with pivot tables. After creating a pivot table, you
can visualize the summarized data using a chart. The chart provides a graphical representation of
the information, which can help in better understanding trends, comparisons, and patterns.

Pivot charts can be generated directly from the pivot table data. You select the type of chart
(e.g., bar chart, line chart, pie chart) based on the kind of information you want to convey. The
CHART dynamically updates as you modify the pivot table.
Both pivot tables and charts are powerful tools for data analysis, particularly when dealing with
large and complex datasets. They provide a dynamic way to explore, analyze, and present
information effectively.