Creating your first chart
The simplest way to create a chart is to describe what you want in natural language. elvex handles the data and chart creation for you.
Use your own data
If you have a spreadsheet or data file, drag it into your conversation and ask for the visualization you need:
Example:
Create a bar chart from my sales data showing revenue by product category
elvex will automatically find and use your data to create the visualization.
Ask elvex what chart could be interesting
You can also ask elvex to look at data and suggest potentially impactful charts
Example:
Review this data and suggest a few interesting charts you could make
This is useful when you're not sure what you're looking for.
Let elvex find data
If you don't have data ready, elvex can search the web for current information:
Example:
Look up the US national debt over the last 10 years and create a line chart
elvex will find relevant data and create the chart for you.
Customizing your charts
Once you have a basic chart, customize it by describing what you want to change in natural language or click into the chart settings ⚙️.
Changing colors
Match your company's branding or improve readability:
Make the bars blue and green
Use hex code #FF5733 for the primary color
You can specify colors using:
Color names (blue, green, red)
Hex codes (#FF5733)
RGB values
Your company's brand colors
Adjusting size and layout
Make the chart larger and add a title "Q4 Revenue by Region"
Make the pie chart half as big
In settings ⚙️, you can define the exact ratio and pixel dimensions for your chart.
Adding elements
Layer multiple visualizations or add context:
Add a line graph overlay in yellow showing the trend
Include a legend and axis labels
Available chart types
elvex supports a wide range of chart styles for different data types and analysis needs:
Bar Charts (vertical and horizontal) - Compare categories or show rankings
Line Charts - Display trends over time
Pie and Donut Charts - Show proportions of a whole
Scatter Plots - Reveal relationships between variables
Area Charts - Emphasize magnitude of change over time
Heatmaps - Show patterns in large datasets
Box Plots - Display statistical distributions
Histograms - Show frequency distributions
Bubble Charts - Compare three dimensions of data
Radar/Spider Charts - Compare multiple variables
Treemaps - Show hierarchical data
Sankey Diagrams - Visualize flow and relationships
Not sure which chart type to use? Ask elvex for suggestions:
Suggest interesting charts you can make from this data
elvex will recommend visualizations based on your data structure and what story you're trying to tell.
Viewing and exporting charts
Once you've created a chart, elvex provides several options for viewing, analyzing, and sharing your work.
Expand view
Click the expand icon to view your chart in fullscreen mode—perfect for presentations or detailed analysis when sharing your screen.
View underlying data
Switch to table view to see the raw data behind your chart. This is useful for:
Verifying data accuracy
Performing additional analysis
Understanding exactly what's being visualized
Downloading the data for other uses
Export settings
Click the settings icon ⚙️ to access advanced export options that give you full control over how your chart appears when downloaded:
Light/Dark mode - Toggle between themes to match your presentation style
Transparent background - Enable transparency for seamless integration into slides and documents
Size and ratio - Adjust dimensions and aspect ratio to fit your layout
Zoom - Zoom in or out to focus on specific details
Pixel ratio - Set the pixel ratio for your desired output quality (higher for print, standard for digital)
Download as PNG - Export your chart as a high-quality image file
These export options make it easy to create presentation-ready charts that match your branding and formatting needs.
Tips for success
Ask for inspiration - If you're not sure how to visualize your data, ask: "What are some good visualizations for this data?" elvex will suggest options based on your data structure.
Iterate freely - Don't worry about getting it perfect the first time. You can always modify colors, sizes, titles, chart types, and more through conversation.
Combine chart types - elvex can create complex visualizations with multiple chart types overlaid or side-by-side.
Use natural language - Describe what you want in plain English. You don't need to know technical charting terminology—elvex figures out the details.
Define styles in agent rules or your context - If you frequently need charts with specific branding, define your color palette, fonts, and style preferences write it out so every chart matches your brand automatically.
Experiment with chart types - The same data can tell different stories depending on how it's visualized. Try multiple chart types to find what communicates your message most effectively.
Common questions
Can I upload a visual style guide as a datasource?
You cannot upload a visual style as a datasource, but you can define style controls (colors, fonts, backgrounds) in your agent's rules or in a project or in your context to ensure consistent branding across all charts.
How do I create charts in custom agents vs. the Home agent?
In the Home agent, simply type your chart request and elvex will search for data if you don't provide it.
In a custom agent, treat chart creation as a task. Describe the chart and either provide the data or tell the agent where to find it in a connected datasource.
Can I download the data behind a chart?
Yes. Switch to table view to see the underlying data, then you can download it or prompt elvex to create a downloadable table.