Eamon's Miscellany

May 27, 2010

mrgan:

I don’t want to become the grumpy guy who just complains about bad infographics, so here’s an example of a good one. No tight Helvetica or useless silhouettes - can you believe it?

Color-coding which enhances the chart but isn’t strictly necessary. Sensible hierarchy. Data source clearly explained, and its pitfalls outlined. Call to action at the bottom. Like I said, the likelier someone is to actually use a chart to get something done, the better the chart.

One suggested improvement: sorting the produce alphabetically or by availability.

(via Frank Chimero)

I know this farm. They have great produce. The list actually follows the progression of the season so that the CSA member has a sense of when to expect certain items. the separation is fruit (Strawberries to Pears) then vegetables then flowers, herbs and decorative produce (gourds, wreaths etc.).

I don’t want to become the grumpy guy who just complains about bad infographics, so here’s an example of a good one. No tight Helvetica or useless silhouettes - can you believe it?

Color-coding which enhances the chart but isn’t strictly necessary. Sensible hierarchy. Data source clearly explained, and its pitfalls outlined. Call to action at the bottom. Like I said, the likelier someone is to actually use a chart to get something done, the better the chart.

One suggested improvement: sorting the produce alphabetically or by availability.

(via Frank Chimero)

I know this farm. They have great produce. The list actually follows the progression of the season so that the CSA member has a sense of when to expect certain items. the separation is fruit (Strawberries to Pears) then vegetables then flowers, herbs and decorative produce (gourds, wreaths etc.).

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