Using the Data Table and Graphing Tools
Creating data tables and graphs is easy and fast.
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+2Written by Trevor Register, Peter Bohacek, Linda Detwiler and 2 others



Using the Data Table and Graphing Tool
A quick introduction to the setting up a data table and graph
Written by Trevor Register. Updated this week
Using Column Formulas
You can do unit conversions and other calculations on data in your data table.
Written by Peter Bohacek. Updated over a week ago
Copying and Pasting in Data Tables
Learn about the new power of copy-paste strategies!
Written by Linda Detwiler. Updated over a week ago
Significant Figures and Column Formulas
How does Pivot Interactives handle significant figures with column formulas?
Written by Trevor Register. Updated over a week ago
Using Text in a Data Table
You can configure a column int a data table to accept either numerical or text data
Written by Trevor Register. Updated over a week ago
Using Uncertainty Bars on Graphs
Also called Error Bars, you can easily add these to any quantity on a graph.
Written by Peter Bohacek. Updated over a week ago
How to make a bar graph
Here's how to make a bar graph using data from your data table.
Written by Trevor Register. Updated over a week ago
How to use the Rate of Change Column Formula
You can use this column formula to take a derivative of one column of data with respect to another
Written by John Burk. Updated this week
How do you square root in a column formula?
I want to add a column formula with a square root
Written by Trevor Register. Updated over a week ago
Student FAQ: How do I clear my data table?
As a student, I want to delete all of the data in my data table and start over.
Written by Trevor Register. Updated over a week ago
Why can't I type into a data table?
You can't type into tables if the section has been submitted, or if you type text in a number field.
Written by Trevor Register. Updated over a week ago
Why isn't my curve fit showing up?
Sometimes when I select a curve fit I get an error, or the fit curve never shows up.Written by Matt Vonk. Updated over a week ago
Formatting Options for Numerical Columns
Set the number of significant figures, decimal places, or set to display scientific notation.
Written by Peter Bohacek. Updated over a week ago
Constructing a Velocity vs Time Graph
This is a perfect balance between hand-calculating slopes and automatic tools that obscure the process.
Written by Peter Bohacek. Updated over a week ago
Pre-populating the data table when editing an activity.
You can partially or completely set up the data table for students to use.
Written by Linda Detwiler. Updated over a week ago