Introduction
Welcome to the official documentation of Pixela! This documentation will guide you through the installation, setup, and usage of Pixela, a powerful platform for pixel-perfect data visualization.
Getting Started
In this section, we will cover the basic steps to get started with Pixela.
Installation
To install Pixela, follow the steps below:
- Download the latest version of the Pixela plugin from the official WordPress Plugin Repository.
- Upload the plugin files to your WordPress site.
- Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- Configure the plugin settings by navigating to the ‘Pixela’ tab in the WordPress admin area.
Setup
Once the plugin is installed, you will need to set it up before creating pixel-perfect visualizations.
- Create a new data source by navigating to the ‘Data Sources’ tab in the WordPress admin area. Provide a name for the data source and configure any additional settings as needed.
- Next, you can create a new graph by navigating to the ‘Graphs’ tab in the WordPress admin area. Specify a name for the graph, select the data source you created in the previous step, and customize the graph’s appearance if desired.
- After setting up the data source and graph, you can start adding data points to the graph by navigating to the ‘Pixela’ tab and selecting the desired graph. Use the provided input fields to specify the date and value for the data point. Click ‘Save’ to add the data point to the graph.
Usage
In this section, we will explore the various ways you can utilize Pixela to visualize your data.
Shortcodes
Pixela provides several shortcodes that allow you to embed graphs and data visualizations in your posts, pages, or custom post types.
To embed a graph, use the following shortcode:
[pixela_graph id="graph_id"]
Replace ‘graph_id’ with the actual ID of the graph you want to embed. The graph will be displayed based on the specified settings.
Widget
Pixela also provides a widget that allows you to display a graph in your site’s sidebar or any widgetized area. To add the Pixela widget, follow the steps below:
- Navigate to ‘Appearance’ > ‘Widgets’ in the WordPress admin area.
- Locate the ‘Pixela Graph’ widget and drag it to the desired widgetized area.
- Configure the widget settings, including the graph to be displayed, and click ‘Save’.
Additional Features
Pixela includes several additional features to enhance your data visualization experience:
- Data Labels: Easily display data labels on your graphs to provide context and improve readability.
- Custom Colors: Customize the colors used in your graphs to match your branding or preferences.
- Scheduling: Schedule data points to be automatically added to your graphs at specific intervals.
- Data Import: Import data from external sources to populate your graphs without manual entry.
Conclusion
Congratulations! You now have a solid understanding of how to use Pixela to create pixel-perfect data visualizations. With the installation, setup, and usage instructions provided, you can start harnessing the power of data visualization to communicate insights effectively. If you have any further questions or need assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out to our support team. Happy visualizing!