2018.1

configuration options that aren't available as an option in a dialog can be set manually on
the Source tab of the Chart Properties dialog.
l The integrated amCharts library has been updated to version 3.21.12.
All of these changes have brought many new possibilities. They also inevitably lead to a
number of backward compatibility issues. Charts made with a version of Connect prior to
2018.1 may not be converted correctly when opened in Connect 2018.1. For a list of known
backward compatibility issues see: "Business Graphics: Backward Compatibility Issues" on
page81. Also note that charts based on expanded, custom scripts are never converted.
This topic explains how to create and edit a business graphic using a Wizard, without scripting.
Note
Instead of using a Wizard, you can manually insert a business graphic by turning a standard <div>
element into a chart object using scripting. There is a How-to that guides you through that process
and gives a better understanding of the underlying configuration: Programmatically configure a
Chart object.
For another example see this How-to: Put one slice per detail record in a Pie Chart.
Inserting a business graphic
The Connect Designer has wizards for adding three kinds of graphics: Pie Charts, Bar Charts
and Line Charts. These wizards insert the chart and its accompanying script, after you select
the data that should be displayed, their colors and labels, and a few display options.
To insert a business graphic in a template:
1. Place the cursor where the graphic should be added. Also make sure that you have
loaded data (see "Loading data" on page280).
2.
Click the toolbar button of the type of chart you want to add, or select Insert > Business
graphic and choose the chart type.
The wizard opens with a page on which you can specify the attributes and insertion point
of the graph.
3.
An ID is required. You can change the given ID and, optionally, add a class.
4.
Check the option Absolute if you want the chart to have an absolute position. Leave it
unchecked to insert the chart as part of the text, and use the Location drop-down to select
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