data-visualization

Match data to chart types for clear data-driven storytelling.

Updated Apr 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/fabioc-aloha/tldr --skill data-visualization-fabioc-aloha
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: data-visualization
Source: https://github.com/fabioc-aloha/tldr/tree/main/.github/skills/data-visualization
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/fabioc-aloha/tldr --skill data-visualization-fabioc-aloha

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Storytelling with data often struggles to pick the right visual, causing confusing dashboards and weak insights. This skill guides users to choose chart types that match the narrative and to apply decluttering and annotation strategies to strengthen messaging.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Chart-selection guidance based on storytelling goals (Compare, Change Over Time, Part-to-Whole, etc.)
  • Color theory rules and annotation patterns to emphasize the insight
  • Decluttering principles to maintain data-ink efficiency
  • Title = Insight principle to ensure chart titles express takeaways
  • Accessibility and colorblind-safe palettes for inclusive visuals

Quick Start

Describe your data story and audience, and request the recommended chart and color scheme.

Frequently Asked Questions about data-visualization

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I choose the right chart for my data story?

Choosing the right chart for data storytelling involves matching your narrative goal to a visual type. This skill guides chart selection based on storytelling goals like Compare or Change Over Time, ensuring visuals communicate insights clearly and reduce confusing dashboards.

What is the title = insight principle for dashboards?

The title = insight principle for dashboards ensures chart titles express takeaways directly. It forces you to write titles that state the actual insight from the data rather than just labeling metrics, strengthening messaging and visual arguments.

How do I apply decluttering principles to data visualization?

Applying decluttering principles to data visualization involves maintaining data-ink efficiency by removing non-essential elements. This skill guides you to strip away unnecessary visual clutter, allowing annotation patterns and color theory to emphasize the core insight.

How do I use colorblind-safe palettes in reports?

Using colorblind-safe palettes in reports ensures inclusive and accessible data visualization. This skill enforces accessibility by applying color theory rules that emphasize the insight while remaining readable for all audiences.

When do I need annotation patterns for data storytelling?

You need annotation patterns for data storytelling when emphasizing a specific insight within a chart. This skill provides color theory rules and annotation patterns to highlight takeaways and strengthen the visual argument.

Can I use this for dashboards and reports?

Yes, you can use this for dashboards and reports. It guides chart selection, color theory, and decluttering to support data-driven storytelling across various visual formats, ensuring your audience receives clear insights.