How to Create a Pie Chart in Microsoft Excel

Quick summary

Creating a pie chart in Microsoft Excel takes just a few clicks using the Insert tab and the Charts group. Once inserted, you can choose your chart style, add data labels, and fully customize the chart to match your reporting needs.

Steps

1. Go to the Insert tab and click the Pie Chart icon in the Charts group.
2. Choose the type of pie chart you want, such as 2-D Pie or 3-D Pie.
3. Right-click on the chart and select Add Data Labels to display values on the chart.
4. Customize the pie chart to suit your needs using Excel's chart formatting options.