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1		-# Visualizer: Tables and Charts Manager for WordPress # #
	1	+# Visualizer – Tables & Charts Manager with Built-in AI Generator #
2	2	**Contributors:** [codeinwp](https://profiles.wordpress.org/codeinwp), [themeisle](https://profiles.wordpress.org/themeisle), [marius2012](https://profiles.wordpress.org/marius2012), [marius_codeinwp](https://profiles.wordpress.org/marius_codeinwp), [hardeepasrani](https://profiles.wordpress.org/hardeepasrani), [rozroz](https://profiles.wordpress.org/rozroz), [Madalin_ThemeIsle](https://profiles.wordpress.org/Madalin_ThemeIsle)
3		-**Tags:** tables, charts, pie, visualization, graphs
4		-**Requires at least:** 3.5
5		-**Tested up to:** 5.6
6		-**Requires PHP:** 5.6
7		-**Stable tag:** trunk
	3	+**Tags:** charts, tables, datatable, data-visualization, ai-charts
	4	+**Requires at least:** 5.2
	5	+**Tested up to:** 7.1
	6	+**Requires PHP:** 7.4
	7	+**Stable tag:** 4.0.9
8	8	**License:** GPL v2.0 or later
9	9	**License URI:** http://www.opensource.org/licenses/gpl-license.php
10	10
11		-A simple and powerful WordPress chart plugin to create responsive charts & tables and embed them into your site.
	11	+Create responsive charts and tables manually or let the built-in AI build them from a text prompt. Supports multiple chart types and flexible data.
12	12
13	13	## Description ##
14	14
15		-<p><a href="https://themeisle.com/plugins/visualizer-charts-and-graphs/" rel="nofollow">Visualizer: Tables and Charts for WordPress plugin</a> is a powerful and easy to use plugin used to create, manage and embed interactive, responsive charts & tables into your WordPress posts and pages.</p>
	15	+<p><a href="https://themeisle.com/plugins/visualizer-charts-and-graphs/?utm_source=wordpressorg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=description" rel="nofollow">Visualizer: Tables and Charts Manager for WordPress</a> is a powerful and easy to use plugin used to create, manage and embed interactive, responsive charts & tables into your WordPress posts and pages.</p>
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17		-The plugin uses Google Visualization API, DataTables.net and ChartJS to add responsive & animated charts, graphs and tables, which support cross-browser compatibility and display perfectly on mobile devices. You can greatly customize all aspects of the charts and tables, and import the data from Excel, CSV, Google Sheets and more!
	17	+The plugin leverages the Google Visualization API, DataTables.net, and ChartJS libraries to deliver responsive and animated charts, graphs, and tables, ensuring excellent cross-browser compatibility and a seamless mobile experience. It also comes with a built-in AI chart builder powered by D3.js that turns a plain text description into a publish-ready chart in seconds, no setup required. You can fully customize all aspects of the charts and tables to suit your needs. For enhanced data management features, including importing from Excel, CSV, Google Sheets, and more, consider exploring the [PRO version](https://themeisle.com/plugins/visualizer-charts-and-graphs/upgrade/?utm_source=wordpressorg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=pro-cta).
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19		-### 4 Chart types + 11 more in the pro version ###
20		-This WordPress graph plugin provides a variety of charts that are optimized to address your WordPress data visualization needs. In the free version, it has line charts, bar charts, pie charts, table charts. These charts are based on pure HTML5/SVG technology (adopting VML for old IE versions), so no extra plugins are required. Adding these charts to your page can be done in a few simple steps.
	19	+### 🔗 HELPFUL LINKS ###
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22		-### One of the best table plugin for wordpress ###
23		-On top of our responsive charts and graphs, you can also add our responsive tables to your posts and pages, and customize them however you like. Not only can you customize the design of the tables, you can add sorting capabilities, pagination, search and more. You can view a few examples of what can be done <a href="https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/table-chart/">here</a>, but many more things can be done, including pricing tables and product tables.
	21	+- Want to see Visualizer in action before installing? <a href="https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/">View Visualizer Demo</a> [You can also try <b>Live Preview</b> button above]
	22	+- Need any help with setup? <a href="https://docs.themeisle.com/collection/1560-visualizer-charts-and-graphs">Check Documentation</a>
	23	+- Don’t like reading? <a href="https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmRasCVwuvpT0Gu1myGW-Dyt2oh-BPuci&si=S3o4BIyo3AYNh95w">Check YouTube Playlist</a>
	24	+- Interested in Visualizer Pro? <a href="https://themeisle.com/plugins/visualizer-charts-and-graphs/upgrade/?utm_source=wordpressorg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=pro-cta">Know more about Visualizer PRO</a>
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25		-### Flexible and customizable ###
26		-Make the charts your own. Configure an extensive set of options to perfectly match the look and feel of your website. You can use Google Chart Tools with their default setting - all customization is optional and the basic setup is launch-ready. However, charts and graphs can be easily customizable in case your webpage adopts a style which is at odds with provided defaults. Every chart exposes a number of options that customize its look and feel.
	26	+### Why You’ll Love Visualizer ###
27	27
28		-### Gutenberg support ###
29		-Whether you like Gutenberg or not, it doesn't matter, you can add your charts using our easy-to-use gutenberg interface, or simply paste your chart code on the old editor.
	28	+- **AI-Powered Chart Generation:** Describe the chart you need in plain everyday language, and Visualizer AI builds it for you instantly. No API key, no setup, and no technical knowledge required. Whether you are a blogger, educator, or small business owner, you can go from a simple text prompt to a fully customizable, ready-to-embed chart in seconds, completely free.
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31		-### Responsive Charts in HTML5/SVG ###
32		-Charts are rendered using HTML5/SVG technology to provide cross-browser compatibility (including VML for older IE versions) and cross platform portability to iPhones, iPads and Android. Your users will never have to mess with extra plugins or any software. If they have a web browser, they can see your charts.
	30	+- **Diverse Chart Options:** Begin with essential chart types like line, pie, bar, and table in the free version. Elevate your data presentation with advanced chart types such as scatter, area, and geo available in the Pro version. The free version offers a comprehensive range of options that are perfect for various visualization needs.
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34		-*above descriptions were partially taken from Google Visualization API site*
	32	+- **Manual Data Entry:** Input data manually for quick visualization tasks. This method provides ultimate control over the content and structure of your charts, making it simple to tailor data presentation directly within the plugin interface.
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36		-> **Time-saving features available in the Pro version:**
37		->
38		-> * Import data from other charts, graphs and tables
39		-> * Easily edit the data using a excel-like data editor
40		-> * Gain access to 11 more chart types ( Area, Geo, Column, Bubble, Scatter, Combo, Timeline, Candlestick, Gauge, Radar/Spider, Polar Area )
41		-> * Import data from any database
42		-> * Synchronize your data periodically
43		-> * Create private charts (customizable permissions system)
44		-> * Allow visitors to edit charts
45		-> * Create charts from your wordpress posts, pages,products or any other post_type
46		-> * Priority email support from the developer of the plugin
47		-> * Support and updates for as long as your subscription is valid
48		->
49		-> **[Learn more about Visualizer PRO](http://themeisle.com/plugins/visualizer-charts-and-graphs/)**
	34	+- **Ultimate Responsiveness:** Crafted using HTML5/SVG technology, Visualizer charts ensure flawless functionality across all devices. This commitment to responsiveness guarantees that your data is not only accessible but also optimally displayed on desktops, tablets, and smartphones, enhancing user interaction and engagement.
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51		-The plugins works perfectly with the all <a href="https://justfreethemes.com/" rel="nofollow">free</a> or <a href="https://www.codeinwp.com/blog/best-wordpress-themes/" rel="nofollow">premium WordPress themes</a>
	36	+- **Data Table Capabilities:** In addition to our responsive charts and graphs, you can also add responsive tables to your posts and pages and customize them to your liking. Visualizer Pro lets you enhance them with features such as sorting capabilities, pagination, and search functions. From pricing tables to product tables, the possibilities are vast and customizable to meet any data presentation need.
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	38	+- **Seamless Integration and Compatibility:** Whether you're using the Gutenberg editor or other page builders, Visualizer integrates effortlessly into your WordPress environment. This seamless compatibility allows for straightforward chart insertion and management.
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54		- = See how Visualizer can integrate with your website =
	40	+- **Flexible and Customizable:** Make the charts and tables truly your own. Visualizer offers an extensive set of configuration options to perfectly match the look and feel of your website. Utilize Google Chart Tools with their default settings for simplicity, or dive into customization if your site’s style requires a unique approach. Every chart and table exposes numerous options that customize its appearance and functionality, ensuring your visualizations integrate seamlessly into your pages.
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56		-* [Create line chart ](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/line-chart/)
57		-* [Create pie chart ](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/pie-chart/)
58		-* [Create bar chart](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/bar-chart/)
59		-* [Create column chart](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/column-chart/)
60		-* [Create area chart](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/area-chart/)
61		-* [Create geo chart](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/geo-chart/)
62		-* [Create table chart](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/table-chart/)
63		-* [Create gauge chart](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/gauge-chart//)
64		-* [Create candlestick chart](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/candlestick-chart/)
65		-* [Create combo chart](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/combo-chart/)
66		-* [Create scatter chart](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/scatter-chart/)
67		-* [Create timeline chart](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/timeline-chart/)
68		-* [Create radar/spider chart](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/radar-spider-chart/)
69		-* [Create polar area chart](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/polar-area-chart/)
70		-* [Create bubble chart](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/bubble-chart/)
	42	+These versatile data handling capabilities ensure that Visualizer Free is equipped to meet a wide range of data visualization requirements right out of the box. Perfect for bloggers, educators, small businesses, and more, Visualizer helps you turn raw data into compelling, interactive charts that engage and inform your audience.
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	44	+*The above descriptions were partially taken from the Google Visualization API site*
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73	46
74		-## Installation ##
	47	+### Build Charts Faster with Visualizer AI ###
75	48
76		-1. Upload the files to the `/wp-content/plugins/visualizer/` directory.
77		-1. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress.
	49	+Chart creation has always been the most time-consuming part of working with data. Picking the right chart type, entering values manually, and tweaking settings until it looks right. Visualizer AI changes that entirely.
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79		-## Frequently Asked Questions ##
	51	+Just describe what you want, and Visualizer builds it for you. Preview it live, refine it with follow-up prompts, and publish when it looks right. No coding, no configuration, and no API key required. It is available to all users, completely free, the moment you activate the plugin.
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81		-### Shortcode does not turn into graph ###
	53	+Here is what you can do with it:
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83		-Pay attention that to turn your shortcodes into graphs, your theme has to have `<?php wp_footer(); ?>` call at the bottom of **footer.php** file.
	55	+📊 Turn a sales spreadsheet into a chart in seconds. Upload your data, type something like "create a bar chart showing monthly revenue by region," and watch Visualizer build it live.
	56	+📋 Visualize survey results without the manual work. Got a CSV of responses? Upload it, describe the breakdown you want to see, and let AI handle the rest.
	57	+🎨 Match your brand without touching the settings. Mention your brand colors in your prompt, and Visualizer styles the chart accordingly, no manual color picking needed.
	58	+🖼️ Build from a reference image. See a chart style you like somewhere? Upload it as a reference, and Visualizer will use it as inspiration with your own data.
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85		-### Is there any documentation available for this plugin? ###
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87		-[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/428-visualizer-charts-and-graphs-documentation](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/428-visualizer-charts-and-graphs-documentation)
	61	+### ✨ YOU SHOULD USE VISUALIZER IF: ###
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89		-### How to format chart series values? ###
	63	+- **You Own a Personal or Small Business Website:** You need a straightforward, powerful tool to enhance your website's visual appeal with interactive charts and tables. Visualizer makes complex data understandable and engaging.
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91		-[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/672-how-to-format-series-values](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/672-how-to-format-series-values)
	65	+- **You Run an Educational or Financial Institution:** For organizations that require regular reporting and data display, Visualizer offers comprehensive options for creating dynamic and informative charts and tables. This helps in better data analysis and presentation, aiding in decision-making and reporting.
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93		-### How to create charts from your WordPress posts? ###
	67	+- **You Aim to Enhance SEO and User Engagement:** Using Visualizer’s interactive and responsive charts can significantly improve user engagement, keeping visitors on your site longer, which can positively impact your SEO rankings.
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95		-[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/673-how-to-create-charts-from-your-wordpress-posts](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/673-how-to-create-charts-from-your-wordpress-posts)
	69	+- **You are a Non-Profit Organizations:** Non-profits can use Visualizer to display the impact of their initiatives through data. Create pie charts to show the distribution of spending or line charts to track donation trends over time, which can be powerful visuals for fundraising campaigns and annual reports.
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97		-### How to automatically sync charts with online files? ###
	71	+- **You are Financial Advisors and Economists:** Visualizer allows for detailed financial reporting and economic analyses with advanced chart types like candlestick and radar charts. These tools can be used to depict stock performances, economic cycles, or budget allocations, providing clients with clear insights into financial matters.
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99		-[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/674-how-to-automatically-sync-charts-with-online-files](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/674-how-to-automatically-sync-charts-with-online-files)
	73	+- **Regardless of Industry:** With over 30,000 happy active users and 160+ 5-star ratings, Visualizer has been employed across a broad range of industries, including healthcare, marketing, education, and finance, demonstrating its versatility and effectiveness in any field.
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101		-### How can I create/add a chart? ###
	75	+**Types of charts you can create with Visualizer:** Visualizer WordPress graph and charts plugin provides a variety of charts that are optimized to address your WordPress data visualization needs. In the free version, it has line charts, bar charts, pie charts, table charts. These charts are based on pure HTML5/SVG technology (adopting VML for old IE versions), so no extra plugins are required. Adding these charts to your page can be done in a few simple steps.
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103		-[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/597-create-chart](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/597-create-chart)
	77	+- **Table:** Tables are extremely useful tools for displaying organized data. We use the datatable library to offer you endless customization options for any table needs you might have. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/table-chart/).
	78	+- **Pie Chart:** Pie charts are simple visualizations that allow you to easily illustrate the proportion of your data to your users. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/pie-chart/).
	79	+- **Line Chart:** You can display a series of data points connected with line segments using the line chart. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/line-chart/).
	80	+- **Bar Chart:** You can show grouped data with bars proportional to the values they represent using the bar chart. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/bar-chart/).
	81	+- **Area Chart [PRO]:** You can visually display quantitative data using the area chart. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/area-chart/).
	82	+- **Geo Chart [PRO]:** You can display a map of countries, continents, or regions with areas identified by the values you specify. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/geo-chart/).
	83	+- **Column Chart [PRO]:** You can use a column chart to show comparisons among different categories. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/column-chart/).
	84	+- **Bubble Chart [PRO]:** A bubble chart is a type of chart that displays three dimensions of data. Bubble charts can be considered a variation of the scatter plot, where data points are replaced with bubbles. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/bubble-chart/).
	85	+- **Scatter Chart [PRO]:** You can display values in Cartesian coordinates using the scatter chart. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/scatter-chart/).
	86	+- **Gauge Chart [PRO]:** You can build different gauge charts to indicate metrics like speed, performance, progress, or similar measures. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/gauge-chart/).
	87	+- **Candlestick Chart [PRO]:** A candlestick chart is a style of financial chart used to describe price movements of a security, derivative, or currency. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/candlestick-chart/).
	88	+- **Timeline Chart [PRO]:** You can group time-based values using the timeline chart. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/timeline-chart/).
	89	+- **Combo Chart [PRO]:** You can combine data series using different types of charts with the combo chart. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/combo-chart/).
	90	+- **Polar Area Chart [PRO]:** Polar charts are data visualizations best used for displaying multivariate observations with an arbitrary number of variables in the form of a two-dimensional chart. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/polar-area-chart/).
	91	+- **Radar/Spider Chart [PRO]:** A radar chart is a graphical method of displaying multivariate data in the form of a two-dimensional chart of three or more quantitative variables represented on axes starting from the same point. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/radar-spider-chart/).
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105		-### How can I edit a chart? ###
	93	+**🤝 ELEVATE YOUR DATA WITH VISUALIZER PREMIUM FEATURES**
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107		-[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/602-how-can-i-edit-a-chart](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/602-how-can-i-edit-a-chart)
	95	+If you’re already benefiting from Visualizer, why not take your website to the next level with more powerful tools to enhance your data visualization capabilities and keep your audience engaged longer?
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109		-### How can I delete a chart? ###
	97	+- **Advanced Data Synchronization:** Automatically sync your data sources to ensure your charts are always current without manual input.
	98	+**USE CASE:** 🔍 Sarah, a market analyst, leverages Advanced Data Synchronization to streamline her workflow. She sets her data sources to auto-update, ensuring her market trend charts are always accurate, saving her hours each week and enhancing her reports' credibility.
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111		-[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/600-delete-chart](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/600-delete-chart)
	100	+- **Multi-Language Support:** Automatically translate your charts and data presentations into multiple languages, broadening your audience reach.
	101	+**USE CASE:** 🌍 Elena, who manages a multilingual educational platform, uses Multi-Language Support to provide data visualizations in several languages, effectively increasing her site's global usability and accessibility.
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113		-### How can I clone a chart? ###
	103	+- **Advanced User Permissions:** Control who can view or edit your charts, perfect for teams needing to manage access at various levels.
	104	+**USE CASE:** 🛠️ Rachel, a project manager, configures user permissions to ensure that only relevant team members can edit financial forecasts, maintaining data integrity and security.
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115		-[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/598-clone-chart](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/598-clone-chart)
	106	+- **Import Data from Files:** Upload CSV files directly into Visualizer. This feature is ideal for those who prepare data in spreadsheet tools like Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets, allowing for quick and easy data visualization.
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117		-### How can I highlight a single bar? ###
	108	+- **Import Data from Excel (XLSX):** Upload Excel spreadsheets directly into Visualizer without any conversion steps. Simply export your workbook and import it as-is. Your column headers, values, and structure are automatically mapped to your chart or table, saving you time and eliminating formatting headaches.
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119		-[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/603-how-can-i-highlight-a-single-bar](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/603-how-can-i-highlight-a-single-bar)
	110	+- **Import Data from URLs:** Keep your charts updated by importing data dynamically from external sources in CSV or JSON formats via URLs. This powerful feature is essential for displaying real-time or frequently updated data, reducing the need for manual updates.
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121		-### How can I populate chart series and data dynamically? ###
	112	+- **Import from Other Charts:** Seamlessly integrate data from other charts into new visualizations, facilitating easy data consolidation and comparison.
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123		-[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/605-how-can-i-populate-chart-series-and-data-dynamically](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/605-how-can-i-populate-chart-series-and-data-dynamically)
	114	+- **Import from WordPress:** Directly pull data from your WordPress posts, pages, or custom post types to create dynamic charts that automatically update as your content changes.
	115	+**USE CASE:** ✍️ Benjamin, a digital marketing manager, uses this feature to track engagement across blog posts in real-time. He creates charts that update automatically with views and social shares, helping him quickly adjust content strategies based on what resonates with audiences.
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125		-### How can I populate data from Google Spreadsheet? ###
	117	+- **Import from Database:** Connect directly to your database to fetch data, ensuring your visualizations reflect the most up-to-date information available.
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127		-[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/607-how-can-i-populate-data-from-google-spreadsheet](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/607-how-can-i-populate-data-from-google-spreadsheet)
	119	+- **Data Filter:** Apply filters to your data within Visualizer, enabling viewers to interact with and explore data in a more focused manner.
	120	+**USE CASE:** 🕵️‍♂️ Tom, a market researcher, implements data filters on his demographic analysis charts, allowing users to select specific variables such as age and income, thereby drilling down into personalized data insights.
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129		-### How can i import content from another chart? ###
	122	+- **Priority Support:** Have access to our dedicated support team to help you resolve any technical issues swiftly, ensuring your visualizations are always performing optimally.
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131		-[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/609-how-can-i-import-content-from-another-chart](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/609-how-can-i-import-content-from-another-chart)
	124	+Unlock these premium features and more with Visualizer PRO!
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133		-### How to export a chart? ###
	126	+**Still have questions?** Ask your pre-sales questions [here](https://themeisle.com/contact/?utm_source=wordpressorg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=pre-sales), and we will get back to you promptly. Or, purchase with confidence and try it for yourself—we offer **a 30-day no-questions-asked 100% money-back guarantee**.
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135		-[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/608-how-to-export-a-chart](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/608-how-to-export-a-chart)
	128	+**WE’RE HERE FOR YOU, AND WE TAKE ALL FEEDBACK SERIOUSLY**
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137		-### How can i edit the data manually? ###
	130	+- **📚 Knowledge Base:** We’ve created a complete documentation library and we’re still constantly updating with new tutorials.
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139		-[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/610-how-can-i-edit-the-data-manually](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/610-how-can-i-edit-the-data-manually)
	132	+- **📽️ Youtube Tutorials:** Don’t like reading? We’ve created some YouTube tutorials to help you get started with the Visualizer plugin step by step.
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141		-### How to enable frontend action buttons? ###
	134	+- **🦸 Support Forum:** We offer support to free version users here and try to reply within one business day.
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143		-[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/675-how-to-enable-frontend-action-buttons](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/675-how-to-enable-frontend-action-buttons)
144		-### How to use Google Visualization variables? ###
	136	+- **🌟 Premium Support:** We offer priority support for Plus license customers and live chat support for Infinite license customers.
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146		-[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/691-how-to-use-google-visualization-variables](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/691-how-to-use-google-visualization-variables)
	138	+If you have any feedback or feature suggestions for the Visualizer plugin, don’t hesitate to tell us. We read all feedback and ideas.
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148		-## Screenshots ##
	140	+**You’re in good hands**
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150		-1. Chart selection
151		-2. Chart selection 2
152		-3. Library
153		-4. Download
154		-5. Line settings
155		-6. Pie settings
156		-7. Block editor - Pie chart settings
157		-8. Block editor - Pie chart
158		-9. Block editor - Chart library
159		-10. Block editor chart
160		-11. Bar settings
161		-12. Bar settings, Series settings
162		-13. Bar chart
	142	+Visualizer is one of many great products by Themeisle. Join over 30,000+ Visualizer active users and half of a million Themeisle users from all over the world.
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164		-## Changelog ##
165		-### 3.4.11 - 2021-02-16 ###
	144	+**See what real users talk about us:**
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167		-* Development
	146	+- [*Visualizer is amazing!*](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/visualizer-is-amazing/) - "Just what I was looking for to make my information available and looks pleasing!"
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	148	+- [*Great Plugin for Bloggers*](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/great-plugin-for-bloggers-4/) - "It’s a great plugin for new bloggers like me. It's working seamlessly on my website. I am using this plugin for the last couple of weeks and I am loving it."
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170		-### 3.4.10 - 2020-12-09 ###
	150	+- [*Works Well and Devs are Responsive*](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/works-well-and-devs-are-responsive/) - "We are using it on a rather complicated multisite install. After much research, we went with this plugin for our editors' needs."
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172		-* [Fix] Compatibility with Composer 2.0
	152	+- [*The Best One I’ve Found*](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/the-best-one-ive-found-2/) - "After trying a couple of options, this was the one that worked the best."
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175		-### 3.4.9 - 2020-11-26 ###
	155	+## Installation ##
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177		-* [Fix] Pie chart slices offset problem in the Gutenberg editor
178		-* [Fix] Warning is thrown when remote file is used as source
179		-* [Fix] Bubble chart legend position not working in the Gutenberg editor
	157	+1. Upload the files to the `/wp-content/plugins/visualizer/` directory.
	158	+1. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress.
180	159
	160	+## Frequently Asked Questions ##
181	161
182		-### 3.4.8 - 2020-09-29 ###
	162	+### Shortcode does not turn into graph ###
183	163
184		-* [Fix] Option to edit charts imported from JSON
	164	+Pay attention that to turn your shortcodes into graphs, your theme has to have `<?php wp_footer(); ?>` call at the bottom of **footer.php** file.
185	165
	166	+### Is there any documentation available for this plugin? ###
186	167
187		-### 3.4.7 - 2020-09-21 ###
	168	+[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/428-visualizer-charts-and-graphs-documentation](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/428-visualizer-charts-and-graphs-documentation)
188	169
189		-* - [Fix] Import from JSON: Reordering columns only reorders the label, not the associated data
190		-* - [Fix] numberFormat option doesn't apply in Bar charts when using annotations
191		-* - [Fix] Google GEO chart is not rendering if 3rd data column is added
	170	+### How to format chart series values? ###
192	171
	172	+[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/672-how-to-format-series-values](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/672-how-to-format-series-values)
193	173
194		-### 3.4.6 - 2020-08-11 ###
	174	+### How to create charts from your WordPress posts? ###
195	175
196		-* - [Feat] Show chart ID in the chart library
197		-* - [Fix] Compatibility with WP 5.5
198		-* - [Fix] Google charts: Series number format not applying in the Gutenberg editor
199		-* - [Fix] Google Table chart does not display chart if boolean values are specified
200		-* - [Fix] Duplicated enque for jsapi loader
	176	+[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/673-how-to-create-charts-from-your-wordpress-posts](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/673-how-to-create-charts-from-your-wordpress-posts)
201	177
	178	+### How to automatically sync charts with online files? ###
202	179
203		-### 3.4.5 - 2020-07-08 ###
	180	+[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/674-how-to-automatically-sync-charts-with-online-files](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/674-how-to-automatically-sync-charts-with-online-files)
204	181
205		-* [Feat] New Google Table Charts
206		-* [Feat] Option for lazy loading Google Charts
207		-* [Feat] Option to easily copy chart shortcode code
208		-* [Fix] Remove Inside the Chart option for the legend position for Google Pie charts
	182	+### How can I create/add a chart? ###
209	183
	184	+[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/597-create-chart](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/597-create-chart)
210	185
211		-### 3.4.4 - 2020-06-16 ###
	186	+### How can I edit a chart? ###
212	187
213		-* [Feat] Option to download charts as .png images
214		-* [Fix] Make UI more intuitive when a chart is missing in the editor
215		-* [Fix] Clicking Copy chart shows the Copied message multiple times
216		-* [Fix] Conflict with Modern Events Calendar plugin
217		-* [Fix] Chart size ( width and height ) options not working for ChartJS charts
218		-* [Fix] Resizing the window causes annotation-based charts to throw an error
219		-* [Fix] Remove Inside the Chart option as legend position for Google Pie charts
220		-* [Fix] Clicking Advanced Options panel breaks Bubble chart
221		-* [Fix] Missing posts revisions on chart update
	188	+[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/602-how-can-i-edit-a-chart](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/602-how-can-i-edit-a-chart)
222	189
	190	+### How can I delete a chart? ###
223	191
224		-### 3.4.3 - 2020-05-04 ###
	192	+[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/600-delete-chart](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/600-delete-chart)
225	193
226		-* [Feat] Improved chart creation UX
227		-* [Feat] New option to control the number of charts per page in the Charts Library
228		-* [Feat] New option for filtering/ordering charts in the Charts Library
229		-* [Feat] Support for custom codes for the boolean data type in Table charts
230		-* [Fix] Support for displaying apostrophes in charts
231		-* [Fix] Visualizer button layout in the Classic block
232		-* [Fix] Bulk activation of plugin aborts activation of subsequent plugins
	194	+### How can I clone a chart? ###
233	195
	196	+[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/598-clone-chart](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/598-clone-chart)
234	197
235		-### 3.4.2 - 2020-02-17 ###
	198	+### How can I highlight a single bar? ###
236	199
237		-* New Cypress tests for the Gutenberg block
	200	+[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/603-how-can-i-highlight-a-single-bar](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/603-how-can-i-highlight-a-single-bar)
238	201
	202	+### How can I populate chart series and data dynamically? ###
239	203
240		-### 3.4.1 - 2020-02-14 ###
	204	+[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/605-how-can-i-populate-chart-series-and-data-dynamically](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/605-how-can-i-populate-chart-series-and-data-dynamically)
241	205
242		-* [Fix] Insert chart button in the classic block
243		-* [Fix for Pro version] Import from chart did not work
	206	+### How can I populate data from Google Spreadsheet? ###
244	207
	208	+[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/607-how-can-i-populate-data-from-google-spreadsheet](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/607-how-can-i-populate-data-from-google-spreadsheet)
245	209
246		-### 3.4.0 - 2020-02-13 ###
	210	+### How can I import content from another chart? ###
247	211
248		-* [Feat] Support for authentication for JSON import
249		-* [Feat] New chart type: Bubble
250		-* [Feat] Combine one-time import and schedule import into a single control for an online .csv file import
251		-* [Feat] Add support for annotations and other roles
252		-* [Feat] For every chart show the last updated date and any error that exists
253		-* [Feat] Tested up to WP 5.3
254		-* [Fix] When new data is imported using csv/url, the manual editor still show old data
255		-* [Fix] Having SCRIPT_DEBUG on causes issues in real time update of charts
256		-* [Fix] Table chart: Error appears when trying to import from JSON
257		-* [Fix] PHP Fatal error: Uncaught Error: Cannot unset string offsets
258		-* [Fix] Long responsive table can overflow on smaller screens
	212	+[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/609-how-can-i-import-content-from-another-chart](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/609-how-can-i-import-content-from-another-chart)
259	213
	214	+### How to export a chart? ###
260	215
261		-### 3.3.4 - 2019-11-15 ###
	216	+[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/608-how-to-export-a-chart](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/608-how-to-export-a-chart)
262	217
263		-* Fix issue with table chart not loading in the block editor
	218	+### How can I edit the data manually? ###
264	219
	220	+[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/610-how-can-i-edit-the-data-manually](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/610-how-can-i-edit-the-data-manually)
265	221
266		-### 3.3.3 - 2019-11-12 ###
	222	+### How to enable frontend action buttons? ###
267	223
268		-* Tested upto WordPress 5.3
	224	+[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/675-how-to-enable-frontend-action-buttons](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/675-how-to-enable-frontend-action-buttons)
	225	+### How to use Google Visualization variables? ###
269	226
	227	+[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/691-how-to-use-google-visualization-variables](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/691-how-to-use-google-visualization-variables)
270	228
271		-### 3.3.2 - 2019-10-03 ###
	229	+### How to report a security issue? ###
	230	+
	231	+Plugin security is a core priority for us. If you identify a potential vulnerability, we ask that you disclose it responsibly.
272	232
273		-* Add support for Dataset schema
274		-* Horizontal Axis formatting should apply to tooltips
	233	+Please follow the reporting protocols outlined on our [Security Page](https://themeisle.com/security/).
275	234
	235	+## Screenshots ##
276	236
277		-### 3.3.1 - 2019-09-28 ###
	237	+1. AI Chart Creation
	238	+2. Charts Selection
	239	+3. Quick Actions
	240	+4. Import Options
	241	+5. Bar Chart
	242	+6. Bar Chart Settings
	243	+7. Line Chart Settings
	244	+8. Block editor - Chart Library
278	245
279		-* Increase minimum requirement to PHP 5.6
280		-* Fixed issue with loading customization.js on multisites
281		-* Fixed issue with manually editing a remotely loaded chart
282		-* Fixed issues with cloning
283		-* Fixed issues with ChartJS assigning default colors
284		-* Fix security issues in block editor
	246	+## Changelog ##
285	247
	248	+##### [Version 4.0.9](https://github.com/Codeinwp/visualizer/compare/v4.0.8...v4.0.9) (2026-09-30)
286	249
287		-### 3.3.0 - 2019-08-14 ###
	250	+- Fixed scheduled chart updates crashing on WordPress versions before 5.5.
	251	+- Fixed the Visualizer readme with the current version and recent changelog entries.
	252	+- Added AI agent support: let AI assistants read and change your Visualizer charts and settings.
	253	+- Fixed database chart refreshes stopping after an interrupted run.
	254	+- Improved Visualizer guidance for finding scheduled database refresh actions.
	255	+- Updated dependencies
	256	+- Added AI agent support: let AI assistants read and change your Visualizer charts and settings.
288	257
289		-* Add support for ChartJS
290		-* Add alpha color picker for supported charts
291		-* Fix issue with some options of DataTable
292		-* Include DataTable charts in block editor
293		-* Fix issue with import from JSON not working with some sources
294		-* Add menu and onboarding page
295		-* Fix issue with frontend action checkboxes
296		-* Improve UX in advanced settings
297	258
298	259
299		-### 3.2.1 - 2019-05-05 ###
300	260
301		-* Fix issue with async loading of scripts
	261	+##### [Version 4.0.8](https://github.com/Codeinwp/visualizer/compare/v4.0.7...v4.0.8) (2026-09-11)
302	262
	263	+- Fixed an error usage of a chart's settings were stored as a string instead of an array.
	264	+- Update dependencies
	265	+- Fixed frontend chart failures when saved series settings are invalid.
	266	+- Fixed script execution from saved JSON chart credentials. Thanks Yaswanth Reddy Sunkara for the report.
	267	+- Updated dependencies
303	268
304		-### 3.2.0 - 2019-05-03 ###
	269	+##### [Version 4.0.7](https://github.com/Codeinwp/visualizer/compare/v4.0.6...v4.0.7) (2026-07-30)
305	270
306		-* Add support for charts in AMP requests
307		-* Add support to show charts from JSON/REST endpoints
308		-* Fix loading of Google Visualization javascript files
309		-* Add simple editors for editing chart data
310		-* Tested up to WP 5.2
	271	+- Fixed charts using a database source saving the results of the previous query, so a saved chart no longer differs from the data shown in the editor.
	272	+- Updated dependencies
	273	+- Enhanced security — fixed unauthorized chart_data REST access.
311	274
	275	+##### [Version 4.0.6](https://github.com/Codeinwp/visualizer/compare/v4.0.5...v4.0.6) (2026-07-22)
312	276
313		-### 3.1.3 - 2019-02-24 ###
	277	+- Fixed scheduled imports from remote CSV files so charts continue to refresh automatically in the background.
	278	+- Fixed an issue where charts using lazy rendering could remain blank when their scripts finished loading in the wrong order.
	279	+- Improved the overall security of the product. Thanks to **creeper_kirby** for responsibly reporting the issue.
	280	+- Updated dependencies.
314	281
315		-* Fix issue with changing column settings of the last column in table chart
316		-* Add support for query language to get subset of data from Google Spreadsheet
317		-* Fix conflict with jquery 3.3.x
318		-* Migrated PHPExcel to PhpSpreadsheet
319		-* Front end action 'print' should print the chart and fall back to printing the data
320		-* Fix issue with table chart not showing in IE
321		-* Fix issue with multiple instances of same chart not showing
322		-* Fix issue with date type column does not work with Combo charts
323		-* Tested with WP 5.1
324		-
325		-
326		-### 3.1.2 - 2018-12-06 ###
327		-
328		-* Fix bug "Warning: A non-numeric value encountered"
329		-* Tested with WP 5.0
330		-
331		-
332		-### 3.1.1 - 2018-12-05 ###
333		-
334		-* Fix issue with Gutenberg support
335		-* Fix issue with loading new Table chart
336		-* Fix options that don't work correctly with some charts
337		-
338		-
339		-### 3.1.0 - 2018-12-03 ###
340		-
341		-* Add Table chart
342		-* Fix date format in sample files
343		-
344		-
345		-### 3.0.12 - 2018-10-11 ###
346		-
347		-* Added filter to enable users to change schedule of charts.
348		-* Fixed bug with line chart with timeofday column.
349		-* Fixed bug with scheduled charts that sometimes did not show updated data.
350		-* Javascript can be customized on a per user basis that will not be wiped out on update.
351		-
352		-
353		-### 3.0.11 - 2018-08-15 ###
354		-
355		-* Fixed issue with the Series Settings options for the Table Chart
356		-* Fixed issue with chart showing "Table has no columns" with remote sources
357		-
358		-
359		-### 3.0.10 - 2018-07-20 ###
360		-
361		-* Fixed problem with chart reverting to the default values
362		-* Fixed problem with Boolean column type
363		-* Fixed problem with the Geo chart type not saving colors options
364		-
365		-
366		-### 3.0.9 - 2018-07-12 ###
367		-
368		-* New chart title option for the back-end of the charts that don't allow a title on the front-end
369		-* Store the png images of the charts in a global array that can be used in JS
370		-* Added options for charts animations
371		-
372		-
373		-### 3.0.8 - 2018-06-27 ###
374		-
375		-* Added revision support for the chart post type
376		-* Added both % and Value to the Pie Slice
377		-* Use the blog locale for Visualizer's options
378		-* Fixed issue with data being fetched from the remote source every single time the chart was shown
379		-* Fixed issue with scheduled charts not being updated if one of the scheduled charts is deleted
380		-
381		-
382		-### 3.0.7 - 2018-03-26 ###
383		-
384		-* Adds insert button in chart library.
385		-* Remove frontend assets where they are not needed.
386		-* Improve non-English charts compatibility.
387		-* Adds a filter to change charts locale.
388		-
389		-
390		-### 3.0.6 - 2018-02-27 ###
391		-
392		-* Fix UTF-8 support while saving the data.
393		-* Improve editing experience.
394		-* Improves compatibility with Premium version.
395		-* Adds chart button into TinyMCE editor.
396		-
397		-
398		-### 3.0.5 - 2018-01-05 ###
399		-
400		-* Fix chart rendering bug in firefox.
401		-* Fix review notification.
402		-
403		-
404		-### 3.0.4 - 2017-11-27 ###
405		-
406		-* Fix for review message notification.
407		-
408		-
409		-### 3.0.3 - 2017-11-16 ###
410		-
411		-* Adds compatibility with WordPress 4.9.
412		-
413		-
414		-### 3.0.2 - 2017-10-10 ###
415		-
416		-* Fix dependency for composer dependencies.
417		-
418		-
419		-### 3.0.1 - 2017-10-06 ###
420		-
421		-* Improved compatibility with various theme and plugins.
422		-* Fix for chart type selection when creation from media popup.
423		-
424		-
425		-### 3.0.0 - 2017-09-05 ###
426		-
427		-* Adds support manual configuration according to Google Visualization API.
428		-* Improves compatibility with more features from the pro version.
429		-
430		-
431		-### 2.2.0 - 2017-08-16 ###
432		-
433		-* Added custom number format for pie chart.
434		-* Added frontend actions buttons ( Print, Export to CSV, Export to Excel, Copy)
435		-
436		-
437		-### 2.1.9 - 2017-07-10 ###
438		-
439		-* Fixed display error with hex color.
440		-
441		-
442		-### 2.1.8 - 2017-07-03 ###
443		-
444		-* Added chart title into library.
445		-* Fixed SDK issues with dashboard widget.
446		-
447		-
448		-### 2.1.7 ###
449		-
450		-* Updated sdk loading logic.
451		-
452		-
453		-
454		-### 2.1.4 ###
455		-* Fixed issues with non-latin chars on CSV files to import.
456		-
457		-### 2.1.2 ###
458		-* Fixed priority issue with wp_enqueue_media
459		-* Added latest version of sdk
460		-
461		-### 2.1.1 ###
462		-* Fixed charts bliking on some themes.
463		-
464		-### 2.1.0 ###
465		-* Fixed geomap issue with apikey.
466		-* Fixed responsive issues on tabbed interface and page builders.
467		-* Added compatibility with premium import from posts/page feature.
468		-
469		-### 2.0.4 ###
470		-* Fixed resize issue in the library page.
471		-
472		-### 2.0.0 ###
473		-* Improved design and layout to support multiple datasources.
474		-* Added new integrations in the Pro version.
475		-* Added opt-in for tracking.
476		-
477		-### 1.7.6 ###
478		-* Fixed issue when using the same shortcode multiple times on the same page.
479		-
480		-### 1.7.5 ###
481		-* Removed footer banner upsell
482		-* Fixed series settings issue
483		-* Fixed issue with comas being used in numbers
484		-
485		-### 1.7.2 ###
486		-* Improved charts responsive system
487		-
488		-### 1.7.1 ###
489		-* Fixed grid lines error links
490		-
491		-### 1.7.0 ###
492		-* Fixed responsive issues
493		-* Fixed issues with zero margin values
494		-* Fixed import issue
495		-
496		-### 1.6.6 ###
497		-* Fixed charts resizing on tabbed content
498		-
499		-### 1.6.5 ###
500		-* Fixed responsive issue
501		-* Fixed no axis text color for line and bar charts
502		-
503		-
504		-### 1.6.0 ###
505		-* Fixed security issue when importing charts
506		-* Removed pointer for the pro version
507		-* Fixed charts import from media library
508		-* Added support to show legend on the left side
509		-
510		-
511		-### 1.5.6 ###
512		-* Added support for 3 more chart types
513		-* Fixed issue with charts not saving
514		-
515		-
516		-### 1.5.5 ###
517		-* Added export for charts
518		-* Enable default value for focus target. Fixed issue with hover which was not working on some machines.
519		-
520		-
521		-### 1.5.4 ###
522		-* Added free search text over graphs
523		-
524		-### 1.5.2 ###
525		-* Added step2 and 3 into step 1
526		-
527		-### 1.5.1 ###
528		-* Fixed bug with from web button
529		-
530		-### 1.5 ###
531		-* Added support for live editor
532		-* Added support for importing data from other charts
533		-* Added filter for chart settings
534		-* Fixed bug when zero was not working on the charts
535		-
536		-### 1.4.2.3 ###
537		-* Implemented ability to edit horizontal and vertical axis number format for bar and column charts
538		-
539		-### 1.4.2.2 ###
540		-* Added ability to pass a class for chart wrapper div
541		-* Added proper label for custom post type
542		-
543		-### 1.4.2.1 ###
544		-* Fixed issue with download_url function which not exists at front end
545		-* Added functionality which prevents direct access to the plugin folder
546		-
547		-### 1.4.2 ###
548		-* Fixed remote CSV uploading issue when allow_url_fopen option is disabled in php.ini
549		-* Replaced flattr image on widget and added donate link to plugin meta data
550		-* Added notification message at library page when allow_url_fopen option is disabled
551		-
552		-### 1.4.1.1 ###
553		-* Removed CSV parser escape constant to prevent warnings which appears when PHP 5.2.x or less is used
554		-
555		-### 1.4.1 ###
556		-* Fixed issue which prevents the plugin working on SSL backend
557		-* Fixed issue with CSV file uploading in IE and other browsers
558		-* Fixed issue with empty series, which appears due to leading space in a source file
559		-* Added ability to define custom delimiter, enclosure and escape variables for CSV parsing
560		-
561		-### 1.4 ###
562		-* Implemented aggregation target and selection mode options for candlestick chart
563		-* Implemented focus target and data opacity for columnar chars
564		-* Implemented data opacity and interpolate nulls settings for line chart
565		-* Implemented ability to edit tooltip settings
566		-* Implemented new settings for linear charts like selection mode and aggregation target
567		-* Implemented area and point opacity settings for area chart
568		-* Implemented new settings for pie chart like pie hole, start angle and slice offset
569		-* Implemented ability to select a color for chart title and legend items
570		-* Fixed number formatting settings for linear charts, from now it works only for axis labels
571		-* Reworked general settings section by moving title and font settings into separate groups
572		-
573		-### 1.3.0.2 ###
574		-* Replaced links to github wiki
575		-
576		-### 1.3.0.1 ###
577		-* Added Flattr button
578		-
579		-### 1.3.0 ###
580		-* Implemented ability to set number and date formatters
581		-* Implemented ability to select transparent background for a chart
582		-* Fixed JS bugs which appear when post type editor support is disabled
583		-* Fixed issue with NULL values for numeric series
584		-* Fixed invalid charts rendering at "Add Media" library
585		-* Fixed compatibility issue with another Google API related plugins
586		-* Added "rate the plugin" box
587		-
588		-### 1.2.0 ###
589		-* Implemented minor grid lines settings.
590		-* Implemented view window settings.
591		-* Horizontal and vertical axes settings were split into separate groups.
592		-
593		-### 1.1.4 ###
594		-* Bug with float values has been fixed.
595		-
596		-### 1.1.3 ###
597		-* Issue with "fseek warning" for Google Spreadsheet document source, was fixed.
598		-
599		-### 1.1.2 ###
600		-* Compatibility issues with WordPress version 3.6 has been fixed.
601		-
602		-### 1.1.1 ###
603		-* Active type tab in the charts library was fixed.
604		-* Library styles were updated.
605		-
606		-### 1.1.0 ###
607		-* Auto population was added for remote CSV file source.
608		-* Ability to hook chart series and data was implemented.
609		-* Ability to upload CSV files from web was implemented.
610		-
611		-### 1.0.1 ###
612		-* The bug with CSV file uploading was fixed.
613		-
614		-### 1.0.0 ###
615		-* The first version of what wil be the best wp charts plugin.
	282	+For the full changelog, please see [CHANGELOG.md](https://github.com/Codeinwp/visualizer/blob/development/CHANGELOG.md).