How to Plot Multiple Data Series on a Single Excel Scatter Plot?

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The discussion revolves around the process of plotting multiple data series on a single scatter plot in Excel, specifically focusing on how to display two different y-values against a common x-value without losing the original plot.

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  • One participant describes their experience of plotting x against y1 and y2 but notes that the second plot replaces the first instead of being added to it.
  • Another participant suggests that a scatter plot with two lines requires three columns: x, y1, and y2.
  • A third participant provides a method for creating the scatter plot by selecting the appropriate data range before inserting the graph.

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Participants present different approaches and suggestions, but there is no consensus on the best method to achieve the desired outcome of plotting both data series simultaneously.

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Limitations: The discussion does not clarify whether the participants are using the same version of Excel, which may affect the plotting process. There is also no mention of specific settings or options that may need to be adjusted for the plots to appear correctly.

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This discussion may be useful for individuals looking to create scatter plots in Excel, particularly those who are new to the software or seeking to understand how to manage multiple data series in a single chart.

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I was watching this YT film about plotting on Excel.



I copied the numbers from the film into an Excel sheet and plotted x against y1 and got a blue coloured plot.

Then I plotted x against y2 and plotted a chart again. Though a second red coloured plot did not appear as in the film. Instead my original plot vanished and the second plot appeared, but again in blue.

How do I have both the x against y1 in blue, and the x against y2 in red on the same scatter plot?

Thank you.
 
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A scatter plot of 2 lines requires 3 columns. x, y1, y2
 
Try this,

Make a selection (drag the mouse) from the header of X0 the upper left corner to Y2n, the lowermost right datacell. Then insert graph, scatter plot. That should do it.
 
Thanks Guys!
 

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