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: Use preattentive attributes like color, size, and position to direct the viewer's eye to the most important parts of the data first.

: Condense your main point into a single, actionable sentence that conveys your unique point of view and what is at stake. Storytelling with Data: A Data Visualization Gu...

: Every element on a page adds cognitive load for the audience. Use Gestalt Principles of Visual Perception —such as proximity, similarity, and enclosure—to identify and remove "noise" that doesn't add value. : Use preattentive attributes like color, size, and

: Wrap your data in a narrative structure that includes a beginning (the setup), a middle (the conflict or "aha" moment), and an end (a clear call to action). Practical Techniques for Success Use Gestalt Principles of Visual Perception —such as

: Use pen and paper for initial storyboarding to avoid getting bogged down by the limitations or "smart" defaults of presentation software. Available Editions and Related Resources