Set Figure Size and Resolution
Description:
This program shows how to set a custom figure size (width × height) and resolution (DPI) for better control over the chart layout and image clarity.
Code Explanation:
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autopct='%1.1f%%'shows percentage on each pie slice. -
Helps show proportion of each part in total.
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Each slice represents a category with a portion of the whole.
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labelsandcolorsadd clarity and visual appeal.
Program:
import matplotlib.pyplot as plt
# Set figure size (width=8 inches, height=5 inches) and resolution (dpi=100)
plt.figure(figsize=(8, 5), dpi=100)
# Sample data
x = ['A', 'B', 'C', 'D']
y = [10, 20, 15, 25]
# Create a bar chart
plt.bar(x, y, color='orange')
# Add title and labels
plt.title('Bar Chart with Custom Size and Resolution')
plt.xlabel('Category')
plt.ylabel('Values')
# Show grid and chart
plt.grid(True, axis='y')
plt.show()
Output:
