Pie Chart Maker

Make an Exploded Pie Chart Online

An exploded pie chart pulls one or more slices away from the center. The gap draws the eye straight to the separated slice, which makes it the pie chart equivalent of a highlighter: this is the number I want you to see.

In this editor, every slice has its own pull-out control, so you can explode a single slice a little, a lot, or separate several at once. The labels and leader lines follow the slice as it moves, so nothing overlaps or detaches.

It is a presentation device more than an analysis one. Explode the slice you are talking about, keep the rest of the pie intact, and the audience knows where to look before you say a word.

Example chart: Where the Budget GrewWhere the Budget Grew34%41%13%8%4%Cloud hostingSalariesSoftware licensesOfficeTravel
Example: Where the Budget Grew. Load it into the editor below and make it yours.

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This example is loaded into the editor below — swap in your own numbers, restyle it, and download the result. Free, no signup, no watermark.

Where the Budget Grew34%41%13%8%4%Cloud hostingSalariesSoftware licensesOfficeTravel
34.0%
41.0%
13.0%
8.0%
4.0%

Total: 100

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When to use it

  • Highlighting one segment in a presentation, like the market you are about to discuss
  • Calling out a problem slice, such as the budget category that grew the most
  • Marketing one-pagers where a single share is the headline
  • Before-and-after pairs, where the exploded slice marks what changed

Tips for a better chart

  • Explode one slice, maybe two. Pull everything out and nothing stands out.
  • A small offset is enough. A slice pulled out 10 to 15 percent of the radius reads clearly without looking broken.
  • Pair the exploded slice with a label showing its exact value or percentage.
  • Give the exploded slice the strongest color in the palette and mute the rest if you want maximum contrast.

Frequently asked questions

What is an exploded pie chart used for?

Emphasis. Separating a slice from the pie tells readers that slice is the point of the chart. The data does not change, only the visual weight.

Can I explode more than one slice?

Yes. Each slice has an independent offset, so you can pull out any combination. For clarity, most charts work best with just one or two exploded slices.

How far should the slice be pulled out?

A subtle offset, around 10 to 15 percent of the radius, is usually enough. This tool lets you set any value per slice and shows the result live.

Can an exploded chart be a doughnut too?

Explosion offsets work on pie charts. For a doughnut, the usual emphasis trick is a contrasting color or a label callout instead of a pulled slice.

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