Aster Plot
A visually enhanced alternative to the traditional donut chart
The Aster Plot is a custom visual that combines the familiar look of a donut chart with added analytical depth by incorporating two separate measures. This unique design enables a more nuanced representation of data, making it ideal for comparative analysis and insightful storytelling.
- Category-driven layout: Each slice represents a category from your dataset.
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Dual-measure capability:
- The first measure determines the radius (depth) of each slice.
- The second measure controls the sweep angle (width).
This dual encoding approach provides a richer, more dynamic way to highlight both magnitude and proportion simultaneously.
Use cases: Ideal for showing performance metrics, weighted distributions, or any data scenario where you want to communicate both value and impact at a glance.