Scatter plot example

Scatter Plot Examples, Scatter Graphs & Templates

This editable scatter plot places paired numeric observations on X and Y axes so the relationship is visible from point position. Scatter plot, scatter graph, scatter chart, and scatterplot are common names for the same XY relationship chart.

Ad spend vs conversionsPaired numeric observations plotted on X and Y axes50100150200250300350020406080Y · ConversionsX · Ad spend ($k)Source: Sample data

Example data

This is the data used by the live preview. Open the example in Vizvero to replace any cell, add series when the chart supports them, change chart settings, and export the result.

Ad spend ($k)Conversions
1292
18118
25146
31171
38205
46232
55268
64301

How to structure the data

  • 01Use exactly two numeric columns: one for X and one for Y.
  • 02Keep the paired measurements on the same row because every row becomes one plotted point.
  • 03Use the Trend & analysis controls when you want a linear trend line, regression equation, R², or Pearson correlation coefficient.

What this example shows

Start with a simple XY scatter plot for exploring the relationship between two numeric variables.

Scatter plot, scatter graph, scatter chart, and scatterplot

These terms are commonly used for the same XY chart: each point represents one observation positioned by two numeric variables. Vizvero uses Scatter Plot in the product while this page covers the common naming variants.

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