Pinch-to-Zoom in Stock Charts — JS Chart Tips

March 5th, 2025 by AnyChart Team

A stock chart with pinch-to-zoom functionality and JavaScript codeStock charts are designed to handle large volumes of time-based data, and smooth navigation is key to working with them effectively. One common need is zooming — whether to focus on a specific time range in greater detail or to get a broader view of the data.

In our JavaScript stock charts, zooming works out of the box through the scroller element, which appears by default as the main navigational UI control, making it easy to adjust the visible range on the go. For even greater flexibility, the range selection UI provides extra tools like preset time period buttons and date input fields. You can also activate zooming via mouse wheel scrolling with the zoomOnMouseWheel() method, which corresponds to the two-finger swipe gesture on touchpads and trackpads.

Pinch-to-zoom is another intuitive zooming option. It allows users to zoom in and out naturally on mobile and touch devices by moving two fingers farther apart or closer together. This is also easy to implement — and it is exactly what we cover in this edition of JS Chart Tips. Learn how to add pinch-to-zoom to your JavaScript stock chart!

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New Selection of Significant Data Visualization Examples — DataViz Weekly

February 28th, 2025 by AnyChart Team

Showcasing a New Selection of Significant Data Visualization Examples Presented in This DataViz WeeklyOur JavaScript charting library, Qlik Sense extensions, and other products give you the flexibility to visualize data how, where, and when you need. But making a chart or map truly effective — whether for exploration or explanation — is an art of its own. That is why we run DataViz Weekly: to share a selection of significant examples we have recently encountered, showcasing how others tackle visualization challenges across different contexts and datasets.

Here are some new examples — take a closer look and see what insights they might inspire:

  • All books in the ISBN space — phyresky
  • Germany’s 2025 federal election — The New York Times (and more)
  • Baby boom in 7 charts — Our World in Data
  • School shootings in America — Mohamad Waked

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Data Visualization in Action: Fresh Examples — DataViz Weekly

February 14th, 2025 by AnyChart Team

Data Visualization in Action: Fresh Examples in DataViz WeeklyWe’re back with DataViz Weekly, where we showcase some of the best new data visualization examples — from individual charts and maps to full-scale visual stories and projects. Take a look at our latest picks:

  • Swiss research funding — Colas Droin
  • Education and voting patterns in U.S. presidential elections — Jon Boeckenstedt
  • City walkability and improvement potential — The Economist & Matteo Bruno et al.
  • Self-censorship in Super Bowl halftime shows — Artur Galocha for The Washington Post

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Quadrant Chart with Custom Image Markers — JS Chart Tips

February 11th, 2025 by AnyChart Team

JavaScript quadrant chart with images as markers, showing its codeDisplaying unique images as markers can add a distinctive touch to your charts, making data visualization more engaging and informative. In this edition of JS Chart Tips, we will guide you through the process of using custom image markers for each data point in a quadrant chart with our JavaScript charting library.

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20+ Years of Advancing Data Visualization: Interview with Our CEO

February 5th, 2025 by AnyChart Team

A picture of Anton Baranchuk, CEO of AnyChart, featured in Unicorns Journal interview, with the text 'Anton Baranchuk: Empowering Businesses with Cutting-Edge Data Visualization Through AnyChart'Unicorns Journal just published an interview with our CEO and co-founder, Anton Baranchuk, where he reflects on AnyChart’s journey from a small startup to a global leader in data visualization, trusted by enterprises worldwide.

Anton talks about how we got started, the transition from Flash to JavaScript charting, our work with Qlik, and the vision and values that continue to drive us forward.

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New Charts & Maps Turning Data Into Insights — DataViz Weekly

January 31st, 2025 by AnyChart Team

Four New Charts and Maps Turning Data Into Insights, Featured on DataViz WeeklyDataViz Weekly is here with a spotlight on new charts and maps that do a great job of turning data into meaningful insights. Today, we invite you to explore the following projects, each demonstrating how data visualization helps reveal patterns, tell stories, and deepen understanding:

  • European electricity transition — Ember
  • The United States vs. China on global trade — Lowy Institute
  • Single-parent families in America — The Washington Post
  • Pregnancy through health metric shifts — Maggie Appleton

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Stock Chart with Custom Time Intervals — JS Chart Tips

January 30th, 2025 by AnyChart Team

A custom data grouping time frame interval in a JavaScript stock chart with codeGrouping data points into appropriate time intervals is essential for making stock charts more readable and insightful. While raw data may be collected at a high frequency, such as every minute, financial analysts and traders often need to view broader trends, where grouping data into 5-minute, 15-minute, 1-hour, 1-day, and other time frames can provide clearer insights. In this edition of JS Chart Tips, we will walk you through the process of setting a custom time interval for a stock chart using our JavaScript charting library.

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Best Data Visualizations of 2024 — DataViz Weekly

January 17th, 2025 by AnyChart Team

Cover image with text Best of Year 2024, presenting the article Best Data Visualizations of 2024In 2024, data visualization remained a vital tool for exploring complex topics and presenting insights in engaging ways. From global conflicts and environmental challenges to cultural phenomena and historical trends, charts and maps provided valuable perspectives and captivated audiences.

This special edition of DataViz Weekly highlights the best data visualizations of 2024. Featuring projects selected by FlowingData, The Pudding, and the Global Investigative Journalism Network (GIJN), as well as year-in-review collections from leading media sources, it offers a curated look at some of the most compelling visual storytelling created during the year. All aboard!

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Recent Data Visualization Projects Worth Exploring — DataViz Weekly

December 6th, 2024 by AnyChart Team

Recent Data Visualization Projects Worth Exploring in DataViz WeeklyData visualization makes complex information accessible and insightful, serving as a valuable tool for both analysis and communication. This edition of DataViz Weekly features four recent projects that showcase its application across diverse topics.

  • Chinese name complexity in Pinyin translation — CSH
  • Name popularity visualized through letter size — Jetpack.AI
  • Nurse practitioner risks and HCA Healthcare — Businessweek
  • Temporal vacation trends across Europe — El Confidential

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Integrating AnyChart JS Charts in Python Django Financial Trading Dashboard

December 3rd, 2024 by Michael Whittle

Financial Trading Dashboard Built with Python Django and AnyChart JavaScript ChartsWe are pleased to share an insightful article by Michael Whittle, a seasoned solution architect and developer with over 20 years of experience. Originally published on EODHD.com, it explores how he integrated our JavaScript charting library into a financial trading dashboard built with Python Django. Michael also shares his experience migrating a treemap from D3.js to AnyChart and explains why he chose our solution for implementing a stock chart, highlighting the intuitive code and enhanced functionality. Read on to discover how you can elevate your financial data visualizations in Python Django web applications with AnyChart JS Charts.

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