Moving Groups of Data Labels at One Time

Written by Allen Wyatt (last updated January 23, 2021)
This tip applies to Excel 97, 2000, 2002, and 2003

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Harry is looking for a way to select a group of data labels and move them, all in one operation. The problem is that Excel won't allow you to select and move a group of data labels, which means you need to adjust them individually.

Until such time as Microsoft decides to make working with chart labels more flexible, the best solution is to get a free Excel add-in called XY Chart Labeler, written by Rob Bovey. You can find the utility here:

http://appspro.com/Utilities/ChartLabeler.htm

ExcelTips is your source for cost-effective Microsoft Excel training. This tip (2420) applies to Microsoft Excel 97, 2000, 2002, and 2003.

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Allen Wyatt

With more than 50 non-fiction books and numerous magazine articles to his credit, Allen Wyatt is an internationally recognized author. He is president of Sharon Parq Associates, a computer and publishing services company. ...

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2021-12-30 11:48:19

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