Multiple Line Graph Maker

Compare many data sets at once by plotting up to 12 lines on one chart. Paste a table, style every line and export a crisp image in seconds.

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Tip: paste cells from Excel or Google Sheets into any cell, or drop an .xlsx / .csv file on the table.

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What is a multiple line graph?

A multiple line graph is a type of line chart that displays more than two or three lines on a single graph to compare several data sets at once. It is ideal when you need to track how many variables behave over time or across categories, all in one clean, easy-to-read chart. Each line is uniquely colored, with a legend to tell them apart.

How to make a multiple line graph

  1. Put your x-axis labels in the first column of the table, and one data set in each following column.
  2. Click + Line to add more data sets (up to 12), or paste a wide table from Excel or Google Sheets to create them all at once.
  3. Rename each line in the header row, then add your title and axis labels.
  4. Pick a palette and theme, and adjust each line’s color, thickness and dash style.
  5. Download the graph as PNG, JPG, SVG or PDF, or share a link to an editable copy.

Why use a multiple line graph?

  • Compare several trends side by side.
  • Spot correlations or contrasts between many data sets.
  • Present complex information in a simple, visual way.
  • Monitor multiple variables over the same time range.
  • Save space by putting all lines on a single chart.

Examples of multiple line graphs

  • Revenue trends from five regions over a year
  • Temperature trends across different cities
  • Performance of several students over many tests
  • Website traffic by source (Google, social, email, direct)
  • Departmental expenses over several quarters
  • Stock prices of several companies over time

Tips for readable multi-line charts

  • Highlight the story. Make the most important line thicker and darker, and the others lighter.
  • Hide, don’t delete. Use the eye icon to temporarily remove lines and compare subsets.
  • Vary dash styles and point shapes so lines remain distinguishable for color-blind readers and in print.
  • Use the wide 16:9 canvas and move the legend to the right when you have many lines.

Only need a couple of lines? Try the double or triple line graph maker, or start with the main line graph maker.

Frequently asked questions

What is a multiple line graph?

A multiple line graph (or multi-line chart) shows several data sets as separate lines on the same axes. It is used to compare how many groups or variables change over the same period.

How many lines can I add?

You can plot up to 12 lines on a single graph. Click '+ Line' in the data table to add one, or paste a wide table from your spreadsheet and the lines are created automatically.

How do I make a multiple line graph from a spreadsheet?

Arrange your sheet with labels in the first column and one column per line, with line names in the header row. Copy the whole block and paste it into the table, or open the .xlsx or .csv file with 'Import Excel / CSV'. If the workbook has several sheets, you can pick which one to plot.

My data has series in rows instead of columns. What do I do?

Paste it as it is, then click 'Swap rows/columns'. The table is transposed so each row becomes a line.

How do I stop a graph with many lines looking cluttered?

Hide less important lines with the eye icon, highlight the key line with a thicker width, use a muted palette for the rest, and move the legend to the right or bottom.

More line graph makers

Line Graph MakerOne or more lines. The all-round tool.Double Line Graph MakerCompare two data sets side by side.Triple Line Graph MakerTrack three trends on one chart.