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# Small multiples

Use the IBCS small multiples template to compare the same metric across multiple categories in a consistent layout. Each panel uses the same scale and formatting, making it easier to identify patterns and differences.

{% hint style="info" %}
Small multiples work best with chart types that share a common scale and are intended for repeated comparison across categories
{% endhint %}

<table><thead><tr><th width="252.5">Configuration option</th><th>Configuration value</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Chart type</strong></td><td>Bar/Column/Area/Line/Waterfall. </td></tr><tr><td><strong>Category</strong></td><td>Assign the dimension that defines the columns along the x-axis. The chart displays each unique value as a separate column. <em>Example: Month</em>.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Actual(s)</strong></td><td>Assign one or more measures to analyze. The values determine the height of each stacked column or segment. <em>Example: Profit - Actual.</em></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Comparison 1-3(vs Actuals)</strong> </td><td><p>Assign up to three additional measures to compare with the actual values. The chart displays each comparison measure as a separate column or an overlapped column for the same category.</p><p>This is optional<em>. Example: Profit - Prior Year, Profit - Forecast.</em></p></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Trellis Row</strong></td><td>Assign a dimension to plot trellis panels. Each category is shown as a separate chart. <em>Example: Product.</em></td></tr></tbody></table>

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