Pictograph Maker

Q: What elements should I include in a pictograph?

Your pictograph should include a key or legend, a graph title, and two columns and titles for each column Images and icons to represent the subject of the data set.

Convert Data into Stunning Visuals with Pictogram Maker

Effectively visualize and represent any type of data using Pictogram maker app. Discover useful insights for better decision making using colourful pictogram.

Create a Pictograph

Extensive Pictograph shape and icon library to create pictographs
Ready-made templates for pictographs
Export pictograms in SVG, PNG, JPEG to share or publish

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VISUALIZE

Highlight Data Patterns and Trends

Snapshot of Creately's Pictogram maker with color themes and pictogram example

Quickly visualize and represent complex data with simple-to-use drag-and-drop tools with Pictograph maker free.
Extensive pictogram shape library for over 50 types of charts and diagrams.
Customize pictographs using configurable color themes and advanced text formatting.
Import images and icons or use the built-in Google-image search to browse for graphics.

Snapshot of Creately's pictograph maker with a template and presentation mode feature

ORGANIZE

Arrange Data to Analyze Visually

Create workspaces to arrange data and visualize data in tables, grids, timelines, tree charts, and more using the Pictograph maker app.
Export additional data from CSVs, Excel files or Spreadsheets to keep all data in a single location.
Organize and create presentations, dashboards, and reports using built-in tools with our easy pictograph creator.
Add docs, attachments, links, and more through the notes panel to capture details right inside the pictogram chart.

COLLABORATE

Collaborate Seamlessly with Peers

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Collaborate on a shared canvas; real-time cursors for any number of participants using our Pictogram generator.
Comment with context and have discussions and follow-ups on the same canvas.
Keep track of changes to your pictograph chart with full version history.
Export and share your pictographs as PNGs, JPEGs, SVGs, or PDFs for printing and publishing or embed them in any site or intranet with a secure link.

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Create a Pictograph Book a Demo

Pictographs, also known as pictograms, are pictorial representations of data using images, icons, or symbols. A pictograph can represent the frequency of data using symbols or images that are relevant to the data. It is one of the simplest ways to represent data.

Though pictographs can be used to visualize various data types, they are mostly used to represent qualitative or categorical data. It is also used to show the frequency of different events in terms of the distribution of different objects in a set. As pictographs use pictures or symbols to represent the various categories or values, it is much easier to understand while being visually appealing.

How Can Teams Collaborate Using Pictographs?

Represent team goals:

Use pictographs to represent your team goals such as the number of sales you need to achieve or milestones completed in a project.

Present team data:

Use pictographs to present data such as survey results, customer feedback and number of sales, in a way that is easy to visualize and understand.

Collaborate to design:

Collaborate on the creation and design of pictographs using the Creately canvas. Get everyone in the same workspace to brainstorm and discuss. Work together to select the best design, images or symbols to come up with an easy to understand and visually appealing online pictograph.

Use in presentations:

Teams can use pictographs in presentations to illustrate information for better understanding and visual appeal.

Create a Pictograph

Create Pictographs Online with Editable Templates

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Market Research Pictograph Example

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How to Create a Pictograph Using Creately

Launch Creately and set up your workspace

Open Creately and start a new workspace. Choose a pictograph template or a blank canvas, and invite your team or students to collaborate in real time.

Collect and organize data in Creately

Gather the information you want to visualize. Use Creately’s table feature to neatly list categories and values.

Select symbols from the shape library and assign values

Pick a symbol or picture to represent your data from the built-in shape librari or using Google image search. Define a key (e.g., one symbol = five units) and use sticky notes or the whiteboard to brainstorm and refine ideas.

Design your pictograph

Arrange your categories in a table and add symbols according to their frequency. Use Creately’s drag-and-drop tools to adjust layouts, sizes, and even fractions if needed.

Review, finalize and share

Collaborate with teammates using in-line comments and multi-cursor editing. Once done, download your pictograph as PNG, JPEG, SVG, or PDF, or share it directly via a secure link.

FAQs About the Pictograph Software

What is a pictograph key?

A pictograph key indicates what each icon or image represents. Each icon or image represents a frequency. Therefore, when creating a pictograph, make sure to define your pictograph key first.

What are pictograph symbols?

Pictograph symbols are simple images or icons used to visually represent data in a pictograph chart. Each symbol stands for a specific quantity, making information easier to compare and understand at a glance. For example, one apple icon might represent 10 fruits in a dataset.

What elements should I include in a pictograph?

Your pictograph should include the following:

A key or legend
A graph title
Two columns and titles for each column
Images and icons to represent the subject of the data set

What is the importance of a pictograph?

Pictographs are primarily used in mathematics and to handle sets of data. It is helpful for kids and early learners due to its visual approach, as pictographs make it easier to understand. However, in today’s world, pictographs are not limited to classrooms or children. They are often used in corporate and non-profit organization settings to illustrate data stories or large amounts of data in a visually appealing manner. Data can be shown in a by-the-numbers infographic, conveying information quickly.

How do I incorporate icons or images into my pictograph in Creately?

Incorporating icons or images in Creately is easy. To include an icon, click the ‘plus’ sign at the bottom left corner of the workspace to expand the shape library. Then go to the icons category and browse through the extensive collection available. If you want to include an image or icons from outside, go to ‘assets’ and click import image. You can drag-drop or browse the image you need. Alternatively, if you want to look for an image, you can also use the handy built-in Google search option.

Can I use Creately as a free pictogram maker?

Yes, you can! Creately offers a free basic plan that gives you access to 3 canvases. For more information, check out https://creately.com/plans/.

How can I share my pictograph with others?

You can export your pictographs as PNGs, JPEGs, SVGs, or PDFs for printing and publishing or embed them on any site or intranet with a secure link. You can also share the workspace with others for commenting and feedback through the top left-hand corner ‘share’ button.

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