Chart Tools -> Format ->Shape Styles -> Shape Fill

Fill the Shape with Pictures

In the previous page, you formatted the color of the Column. You can also use your own picture if you wish.

 

3. Try This: Fill the Shape

Select the Chart before you begin, please.

Go to Chart Tools-> Format->Shape Styles.

Go to Shape Fill->Picture

You will be prompted to Browse for a picture and double click to select it. You can use any sample picture.

 

What Do You See? The Column you selected should be filled with the picture.

 

The purpose of this exercise is to make your graph say more to your audience. Does your chart "Show and Tell?" Does it teach as well as entertain?

Exam 77-882: Microsoft Excel 2010 Core

6. Presenting Data Visually

6.1. Create charts based on worksheet data: Format the Shape Fill