Show Chart

Renders a previously created chart.

Overview

This procedure displays a chart that was previously created using create a chart. It renders the chart at the specified DPI and returns the resulting image file.

Syntax

Below is a line-by-line overview of the automation syntax. Expand each line to learn more.

show the chart

What does it do?

Displays the current chart.

Where does it go?

This phrase should be written on a new line.

Is it required?

✅ Yes — This phrase is required.

Does it require data?

✅ Yes — A reference to the chart must be defined in the automation.

the dpi is x

What does it do?

Overrides the default resolution.

Where does it go?

Indented under show the chart with.

Is it required?

❌ No — This phrase is optional.

Does it require data?

✅ Yes — Replace x with a numeric value (dots per inch). The default is 600.

Example

the dpi is 300

Examples

1. Basic Display

create a bar chart where
    the categories are ["Q1", "Q2", "Q3", "Q4"]
    the values are [125000, 158000, 142000, 167000]
    the title is "Quarterly Revenue"
show the chart

2. Custom Resolution

create a pie chart where
    the categories are ["Sales", "Marketing", "Support"]
    the values are [50, 30, 20]
    the title is "Team Distribution"
show the chart with
    the dpi is 300