Step-by-Step Tutorial

How to Make a Pie Chart Online

Skip the software installs — build professional pie charts right in your browser for free.

Follow These Steps

1

Open the online pie chart maker

Navigate to the free pie chart generator in your browser. No account or download is required — the tool runs entirely in your browser and works on desktop, tablet, and mobile.

2

Enter your categories and values

Type each category name and its numeric value into the input fields. Click the add button to include more rows. The chart preview updates in real time as you type.

3

Customize colors and labels

Click on any slice to change its color using the built-in color picker. Toggle percentage labels on or off, and set a chart title that describes your data.

4

Preview and adjust your chart

Review the live preview to make sure all slices are correctly sized and labeled. Reorder or remove categories as needed until the chart looks exactly right.

5

Download or share your pie chart

Export the finished chart as a PNG or SVG image. You can also copy it to your clipboard for quick pasting into presentations, documents, or emails.

Try It Yourself

Practice what you learned with our interactive pie chart editor below. The chart is pre-filled with sample data to get you started.

Enter Your Data

Edit the sample data or add your own

Label
Value
%
30.0%
25.0%
20.0%
15.0%
10.0%
Live preview active
Total: 100
Data Summary
5 items

Total Value

100

Categories

Manual: Add categories one by one with custom colors

Paste: Copy from Excel or Google Sheets (Label, Value format)

CSV: Upload any CSV file with your data

Chart Preview

Export to PNG, SVG, PDF

Live Preview
My Pie Chart Data
CategoryValuePercentage
Category A3030.0%
Category B2525.0%
Category C2020.0%
Category D1515.0%
Category E1010.0%

Categories

5

Total Value

100

Chart Type

pie

Chart Settings

0°

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Tips & Best Practices
  • Use a modern browser like Chrome, Firefox, or Edge for the best experience.
  • Save your chart as SVG if you need to resize it without losing quality.
  • Double-check your values before exporting to avoid reprinting mistakes.
  • Take advantage of the real-time preview to experiment with different color schemes.
  • Bookmark the tool for quick access the next time you need a chart.

Frequently Asked Questions