Chart Creation Tools

Creating a chart in a JavaScript online application has been a lot easier because of the tools that are now available online. But some of them are tailor made for only a few scenarios while some are very powerful that it has become very flexible. As a JavaScript based tool, they promise client side interactivity with the user without requiring too much from the system.

The following are the tools that you can consider using to create charts. They are very simple to implement but always gets the job done when it comes to charts.

Flot

Created using jQuery library, Flot is a highly customizable chart creating tool but very simple to implement. Because of the familiarization with jQuery, understanding the process of Flot is almost instantaneous. The resulting charts could be used with zoom functions and could follow the mouse movements with corresponding interaction.

moochart

If you’re looking for a bubble chart, then this Mootools-based chart creator is for you. The chart created will have full data added placed in the lower right corner of the chart. This is actually the first of the many charts about to be created by the developer so stay updated with the site for more chart tools.

JS Chart

Probably the easiest chart creation tool for developers since it can be created without any coding required. Visit their webpage and work with the site in order to create the chart. The generated chart comes with a client side script that could be embedded anywhere. Although flexibility is limited, it can answer to basic chart needs.

Emprise JavaScript Charts

The good news about this tool is that it was created professionally complete with step by step guide and documentation. The options for chart types are almost unlimited that it could rival the MS Excel tool for chart creation. The bad news about this tool is that it’s only free for individual use.

TufteGraph

A very simple yet highly useful tool in chart creation, TufteGraph is an expert when developing bar-type charts. Multiple colors combined with wonderfully placed data has made TufteGraph a must use tool for developers. The graph is created as an API and would work in its best when used with jQuery library. Tweaking is required first before it will look good but the optimized chart is worth it.

Flotr

Not to be confused with Flot, the application is highly useful for plotting charts. Instead of the popular jQuery, it uses the robust Prototype Framework. Its best feature is that it will enable users to manipulate the chart right in the browser. The syntax that supports Flotr is easy to understand and easier to integrate.

Raphaël—JavaScript Library

We saved the most artistic chart creating tool for last. Raphaël will allow developers create eye-catching graphics that comes with the chart. Because of its extensive tools, Raphaël has become a powerful library. It can be integrated with most major frameworks and could easily interact with major browsers as well.