Category comparisons
Monthly results, product performance, regional comparisons, or multiple measures shown side by side.
Local MVP No sign-up. No server uploads.
Free Bar Chart Generator
Use this free bar chart generator with CSV, Excel, or pasted data to compare one or more numeric series in vertical, horizontal, or grouped layouts.
✓ CSV & Excel✓ Editable SVG✓ Browser only
Your workspace
Create a bar chart from CSV or Excel
Choose one category field and one or more numeric fields.
Browser workspace
Your data stays on this device
Drop your spreadsheet here
CSV, XLSX, or XLS · processed only in your browser
or start with a sample
Clear inputs, honest output
Use no more than 50 unique categories. Positive and negative values are supported with a visible zero line.
Your file stays local
Parsing, chart rendering, and exports happen on this device. Charttoolbox does not upload or inspect your spreadsheet.
Frequently asked questions
Before you create the chart
What should the first row contain?+
Use clear column headers. The tool suggests category and value fields, and you can change every selection before exporting.
Can I paste data from a spreadsheet?+
Yes. Copy a table from Excel or Google Sheets, choose Paste data, and keep the headers in the first row.
Does Charttoolbox upload my file?+
No. Files are parsed and visualized locally in your browser.