Written by Allen Wyatt (last updated August 12, 2021)
This tip applies to Word 2007, 2010, 2013, and 2016
When Microsoft Graph normally charts your data, it surrounds the graphical representation of that data with a border. This is typically a black line, but you can turn off this border, if you so desire. To do this, follow these steps:
Figure 1. The Patterns tab of the Format Data Series dialog box.
If you are an Excel user, these steps may seem rather familiar. That is because Microsoft Graph (the subject of this tip) is based on a subset of what you can do in Excel. Word provides access to Microsoft Graph as a way to support those users who may not have access to Excel or who want to include simple charts without resorting to Excel.
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