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A chart appends new data points to those points already in the display to create a history. On a chart, you can see the current reading or measurement in context with data previously acquired.

Complete the following steps to create a chart.

1. Add one of the following charts to the front panel window.
   • Waveform chart
   • Intensity chart
2. Right-click the chart and customize it using the shortcut menu items. You can configure the x- and y-scales, format the x- and y-scales, add a plot, zoom in or out, and scroll through the chart.
3. Build the block diagram to display data on a waveform chart.