Design column charts in Adobe Express.

Whether you’re comparing monthly sales data or your neighborhood coyote sightings over time, an easy-to-read column chart can convey your message. With the Gen Chart add-on for Adobe Express you can track trends, identify anomalies, and make predictions in the form of a beautiful, insightful column chart in no time.

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How to make a column chart.

1. Launch Adobe Express.

Open Adobe Express for free on your desktop, then search "chart" from the add-ons panel and click “Add” to install the Gen Chart add-on for Adobe Express app developed by INNORIA SOLUTION.

2. Input your data.

Import your data into the add-on by manually entering data points, linking a Google Sheets URL, or using other supported file formats like XLSX, CSV, or TSV. Once your data is populated, select column chart for Type and set your labels and values.

3. Continue editing.

Once you’ve set the parameters of your column chart, click Add to design. Then try Gen Chart’s AI analysis feature to gain insights about your data or explore more chart options.

Make your data easy to interpret.

Turn raw data into something your audience can admire and take in. Using the Gen Chart add-on to build a column chart, you can customize every aspect of your chart before adding it to your design. See how your column chart can transform into a pie chart, line chart, area chart, and so much more thanks to AI interpretation. Each AI suggestion comes with a detailed explanation of the key insights revealed by that specific chart. Presenting and analyzing data has never been so fast.

Quickly spot outliers and unusual data points.

Present your data with confidence. Gen Chart Insight can identify pesky outliers in key measurements that you define. Once outliers have been pinpointed, you can dig deeper to identify errors or explanations for large discrepancies, helping you show off accurate, fine-tuned data sets.

The sky is the limit with creatively designed column charts.

Want to present important survey findings or product use statistics? Capture your audience’s attention with a column chart that is clear, accurate, and stylish. No design experience necessary.

Frequently asked questions.

How do I add a column chart to my Adobe Express design?
After you launch the third-party chart maker add-on from the Adobe Express add-ons panel, you can input your data manually or upload the data from your device or the web. Select column chart as your chart type and set your labeling preferences. The chart will populate right away. All that’s left to do is click Add to design.
What file types are supported for uploading data?
With the Gen Chart add-on you can connect directly to your Google account to link a Google Sheet. Or upload an XLSX, CSV, or TSV file from your device.
Can I make my column chart interactive?
Yes. Adobe Express has a number of tools to add life to your chart. You can add animation to photos, icons, labels, and even the chart itself to make the column chart feel interactive.
Can I add a column chart to an existing template?
Yes. Once you've created your column chart in the third-party add-on, you can add it to templates and enhance it with graphic elements. Adobe Express has numerous personalization options to make your project stand out.
Can I get Adobe Express for free? If so, what’s included?
The Gen Chart add-on is completely free to use and does not require any payment. Plus, we have a free plan available for anyone. Enjoy everything you need to stand out, including thousands of templates, tons of Adobe Stock images, photo editing and effects, and much more. Visit our plans and pricing for details.
Open Adobe Express on your desktop to try the new add-on.