# Line graph maker with multiple lines

> Paste a table with one column per line and get a multi-line graph you can switch to an area chart and download as PNG or SVG.

URL: https://render.cuelark.com/line-graph-maker

## How to use it
1. First column: dates or steps. Each extra column becomes a line.
2. Pick Line or Area. Area with Stacked shows a running total.
3. Download PNG or SVG.

## Line or area?
Use a line graph to compare trends between series. Use a stacked area chart when the series add up to a meaningful total, like users per platform. Line graphs here can start above zero so small changes stay visible. Area charts always start at zero.

## Making long time series readable
- Above 60 points the dot markers turn off automatically.
- X-axis labels are thinned or angled so they never overlap.
- A dark theme suits slides and dashboards.

## FAQ
### How many lines can one graph have?
Up to 12 series and 500 points per series.

### Can I plot dates?
Yes. Put dates in the first column as text, for example 2026-01 or Jan 5, and they become the x-axis labels in order.

### Why doesn't my line graph start at zero?
Line graphs zoom to the data range so trends are visible. Area and bar charts always include zero.