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\"Sunburst<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Overview of the sunburst chart<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The sunburst chart is a creative way to show parts of a whole in a circular fashion. This type of tool could be tricky to design. So, we took the liberty of making one for you. Basically, it is a donut chart with multiple series. Hopefully, this will help you get off to the right start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Download<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Requirements:<\/span> Excel<\/a> 2007 or higher or compatible<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Download<\/a>
Size:<\/span> 15 kB<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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