●comparison chart
Waterfall Chart
in motion.
Positive and negative contributions stack into a running total with connector lines.
Waterfall Chart
Paste data.
Shape the pace.
This template is fully data-driven. Replace the sample CSV, adjust color and animation timing, then export a production-ready file.
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01 Best use
When to use Waterfall Chart
Use Waterfall Chart when a comparison view needs to make the main comparison easy to read. Positive and negative contributions stack into a running total with connector lines. It works especially well in presentations, reports, product updates, and social video where the audience needs one clear takeaway.
Step · Change
Positive and negative contributions stack into a running total with connector lines.
Step,Change
Starting,120
New sales,42
Expansion,26
Churn,-31
Costs,-22
Upsell,18
Ending,15302 Workflow
Build this chart in three steps
- 01
Paste or upload data that follows the sample columns: Step · Change.
- 02
Open Waterfall Chart, replace the example values, and check labels, colors, and ordering.
- 03
Preview the full animation, then export MP4, WebM, GIF, or PNG for the final channel.
03 Related charts
Compare other comparison templates
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04 FAQ
Questions about Waterfall Chart
What data does Waterfall Chart need?
Use the sample structure with these columns: Step · Change. Keep labels consistent and use numeric values where the chart expects measures.
Can I create Waterfall Chart from Excel or CSV?
Yes. Upload an Excel worksheet, paste a table, or add CSV data in LivelyChart. The template remains editable after import.
How can I export Waterfall Chart?
Preview the animation in the browser, then export it as MP4, WebM, GIF, or PNG in landscape, portrait, square, or social formats.