How to build stacked charts on Monday.com

intermediate 8 min read Updated 2026-03-18

Quick Answer

Building stacked charts on Monday.com requires accessing the Dashboard view, adding a Chart widget, and configuring it with multiple data series from your board columns. The platform supports various stacked chart types including bar, area, and column charts for visualizing cumulative data across categories.

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Prerequisites

Active Monday.com account
Board with numerical data columns
Understanding of chart visualization concepts
Data organized in appropriate column types (Numbers, Status, etc.)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Navigate to Dashboard and Create Widget

Go to your Monday.com workspace and click on Dashboards in the left sidebar. Select an existing dashboard or create a new one by clicking + Add Dashboard. Once in your dashboard, click + Add Widget and select Chart from the widget options.

Create a dedicated dashboard for your charts to keep visualizations organized and easily accessible.

Select Chart Type and Board Source

In the chart configuration panel, choose Stacked Column Chart, Stacked Bar Chart, or Stacked Area Chart from the chart type dropdown. Next, select the source board containing your data by clicking Choose boards and selecting the appropriate board from your workspace.

Stacked column charts work best for time-based data, while stacked bar charts are ideal for categorical comparisons.

Configure X-Axis Data

In the X-Axis section, select the column that will serve as your categories or time periods. This could be a Text column for categories, a Date column for time-based data, or a Status column for project phases. Click Choose column and select your desired column from the dropdown.

Set Up Y-Axis Data Series

Click + Add data series to add your first numerical data set. Select a Numbers column from your board and choose an aggregation method like Sum, Average, or Count. Repeat this process to add additional data series - each series will become a different segment in your stacked chart. You can add up to 10 data series.

Use consistent aggregation methods across series for meaningful comparisons in your stacked chart.

Configure Stacking Options

In the chart settings, locate the Stacking option and choose between Normal Stacking (shows absolute values) or Percentage Stacking (shows relative proportions totaling 100%). You can also enable Show Data Labels to display values directly on chart segments.

Use percentage stacking when comparing proportions across categories, and normal stacking for absolute value comparisons.

Customize Chart Appearance

Customize your chart by adding a Chart Title and Description in the respective fields. Configure colors for each data series by clicking the color picker next to each series name. Adjust the Legend Position to top, bottom, left, or right based on your dashboard layout preferences.

Use consistent color schemes across related charts in your dashboard for better visual coherence.

Apply Filters and Date Ranges

Click Add Filter to filter your data based on specific criteria like item status, person assignments, or custom column values. Set a Date Range if your chart includes time-based data by selecting options like Last 30 days, This quarter, or Custom range. This helps focus your stacked chart on relevant data periods.

Save commonly used filter combinations as templates for quick reuse across multiple charts.

Save and Position Chart

Click Add to Dashboard to save your stacked chart configuration. Drag the chart widget to your desired position on the dashboard and resize it by dragging the corners. You can duplicate the chart by clicking the three dots menu and selecting Duplicate to create variations with different filters or data series.

Position larger charts at the top of your dashboard and smaller summary charts below for optimal visual hierarchy.

Common Issues & Troubleshooting

Chart shows no data or appears blank

Verify that your selected columns contain data and that your date range filters aren't too restrictive. Check that the board has items with values in the selected number columns and ensure proper column types are selected.

Data series not stacking properly

Ensure all data series use the same X-axis grouping column and that the Stacking option is enabled in chart settings. Verify that you're using compatible chart types that support stacking functionality.

Chart colors are difficult to distinguish

Manually adjust colors for each data series using the color picker in chart settings. Choose high-contrast colors and avoid similar shades. Consider using Monday.com's predefined color palettes for better accessibility.

Chart loads slowly or times out

Reduce the data range by applying more restrictive date filters or limiting the number of data series. Consider breaking large datasets into multiple smaller charts or using summary columns to aggregate data at the board level.

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