Donut Chart Maker

Create professional donut charts online. Visualize proportional data with our free donut chart maker tool.

Category Value Color Actions

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Category,Value,Color Sales,35,#2c7da0 Marketing,25,#a9d6e5 Development,20,#01497c Support,15,#61a5c2 Other,5,#89c2d9
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About Donut Charts

Donut charts are circular charts that display data as arcs around a central hole. They are similar to pie charts but with a hole in the center, making them ideal for visualizing proportional data.

Best Practices: Use donut charts to show parts of a whole. Limit the number of segments to 5-7 for clarity. Use contrasting colors for adjacent segments. Include labels with values and percentages.

When to Use Donut Charts

  • Budget Allocation: Visualize how funds are distributed
  • Market Share: Show market distribution among competitors
  • Survey Results: Display responses to multiple-choice questions
  • Resource Allocation: Show distribution of resources
  • Project Breakdown: Visualize time or resource allocation

Donut Chart Design Tips

  • Color Contrast: Use distinct colors for adjacent segments
  • Clear Labels: Label each segment clearly
  • Hole Size: Adjust hole size for better readability
  • Value Representation: Include values and percentages
  • Segment Order: Arrange segments logically
  • Legend: Include a legend for clarity

Common Donut Chart Types

Type Description Best For
Basic Donut Standard donut chart with segments Simple proportional data
Multi-level Donut Concentric donuts for hierarchical data Multi-level proportional data
Exploded Donut Segments separated from the center Highlighting specific segments
Half Donut Semi-circular donut chart Progress tracking
Interactive Donut Segments with hover effects Detailed data exploration

Data Preparation Tips

  • Data Completeness: Ensure values add up to 100%
  • Category Names: Use clear and concise names
  • Color Selection: Use distinct, accessible colors
  • Value Significance: Include only significant values
  • Data Sorting: Sort segments by size for better readability

Donut Chart Examples

Budget Allocation

Market Share

Survey Results

Resource Allocation

Where Donut Charts are Used

  • Financial Analysis
  • Market Research
  • Survey Analysis
  • Project Management
  • Data Visualization