Stacked Vertical Bar Chart

The stacked vertical bar chart is excellent for showing how totals change over time while also revealing what makes up those totals. Each column is divided into segments representing different components. You can quickly see whether the total is growing or shrinking, and which components are driving that change. Perfect for financial reports and trend analysis.

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How to create a Stacked Vertical Bar chart

Create a Stacked Vertical Bar chart by uploading CSV/Excel, pasting data, or sketching it with Draw Chart.
Optional: upload a chart image and let PrettyChart extract the numbers (you can edit anything afterward).
After upload, you can use AI recommendations to choose a chart type and a suggested visual style (optional).
Select your Label column and select two or more Value columns (each becomes a series).
Apply a template and theme, then tweak colors and effects to make the Stacked Vertical Bar chart look exactly right.
Export a high-quality PNG when you're happy with the result.

Create in PrettyChart → Or start with Draw Chart →

When to use

Showing composition changes over time
Both total and parts are important
Time-based categories
Tracking how mix evolves

When to avoid

Comparing middle segments across bars (misaligned baselines)
Many small segments
Category names are long

Data requirements

1 Label column

2+ Value columns

1+ Data row

Data format: One label column (time periods) + multiple value columns

Common use cases

Revenue by product line

Expense categories over time

Traffic sources monthly

Team capacity planning

Stacked Vertical Bar chart comparisons

Stacked Vertical Bar Chart vs Grouped Vertical Bar Chart

Choose a Stacked Vertical Bar chart when it matches your data format (one label column (time periods) + multiple value columns).

Grouped Vertical Bar Chart →

Stacked Vertical Bar Chart vs Stacked Horizontal Bar Chart

Choose a Stacked Vertical Bar chart when it matches your data format (one label column (time periods) + multiple value columns).

Stacked Horizontal Bar Chart →

Styling a Stacked Vertical Bar chart

For a cleaner Stacked Vertical Bar chart, keep labels short and avoid too many categories.
Choose a high-contrast theme if you plan to export for presentations or social media.
Add a subtle pattern or light effect if the chart needs more depth or separation.
For dense time series, consider switching to a Line chart for a clearer trend story.

FAQ

What is a Stacked Vertical Bar chart?

Stacked Vertical Bar charts turn your dataset into a clear visual using: One label column (time periods) + multiple value columns. They're a good fit for revenue by product line.

When is a Stacked Vertical Bar chart the right choice?

Use a Stacked Vertical Bar chart when showing composition changes over time and both total and parts are important. It works best when labels and values match the requirements on this page.

Can I upload CSV/Excel to generate a Stacked Vertical Bar chart?

Import CSV/Excel, choose the label/value columns, then style your Stacked Vertical Bar chart and export as PNG.

Does PrettyChart recommend a chart type and design automatically?

Yes. You can use AI recommendations after upload, or ignore them and choose chart type + style yourself.

Can I create a Stacked Vertical Bar chart by drawing or from an existing chart image?

Yes. You can start with Draw Chart (sketching) or upload an existing chart image to extract data, then refine the Stacked Vertical Bar chart in the editor.