Modify the Axis Titles

The Axis Title is a Text Box, like the Text Boxes in Microsoft Word and Excel. You can edit the Text and format the Text Box.

2. Try it: Edit the Horizontal Axis Title

Double click the Axis Title.

Your cursor should be in the Text Box.

Type: Department

 

Try This, Too: Can you select the Text Box border and move the Axis Title?

 

Try This, Also: Can you select the Text Box and Format the size and color of the Axis Title with the Home Ribbon?

Chart Tools -> Layout-> Labels->  Axis Titles->Primary Horizontal Axis Title

Exam 77-882: Microsoft Excel 2010 Core

6. Presenting Data Visually

6.1. Create charts based on worksheet data: Modify Chart Layout: Axis Titles