What it shows
Shows successive increases and decreases from a starting value cumulatively, explaining how a total is reached.
When to use it
It is most useful when showing the increases and decreases from opening to closing revenue item by item. It is aimed mainly at analysts, managers, report authors.
Example scenarios
- Showing the increases and decreases from opening to closing revenue item by item.
- Analysts: shows successive increases and decreases from a starting value cumulatively, explaining how a total is reached.
What it needs
One column with the category labels and one with the numeric values to compare.
How to use it
- Pick chart type
- Bind data
- Adjust settings and design
- Insert
What it produces
A live SVG chart shape (auto-refresh and edit).
Effect on your data and undo
Waterfall Delta does not change your source data; the result is added as a separate item. It refreshes automatically when the linked cells change. You can reverse it at any time with Undo Last.
How it differs from similar tools
Unlike a static picture you paste in by hand, it stays bound to your data and redraws itself whenever the source cells change.
Good to know
Bindings must match the chart's expected shape; auto-refreshes on source change. Honest empty / dash state. Invalid data shows a localized validation message (no wrong chart).
Limitations
Requires the listed data fields.
Frequently asked questions
- Does Waterfall Delta change my source data?
- No. Waterfall Delta leaves your source data untouched and adds the result as a separate item.
- Does it work offline?
- Yes. Waterfall Delta runs without an internet connection; going online is only needed for licensing, payment and updates.
- Can I undo what it does?
- Yes. Undo Last on the ribbon reverses the last action in a single step.
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