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Chord Chart Node

The Chord Chart Node visualizes relationships between categories using a circular layout, where arcs represent categories and chords represent connections between them.

Overview​

This node requires the user to select a source column, a target column, and a value column. The chords between arcs represent the strength of the relationship between categories.

Key Features​

  • Relationship visualization: Display connections between categories.
  • Circular layout: Compact and visually appealing design.
  • Customizable appearance: Adjust colors, thickness, and labels.
  • Dashboard ready: Integrates with dashboards for interactive exploration.

Required Data​

  • sourceColumn: The source category column.
  • targetColumn: The target category column.
  • valueColumn: The column representing the strength of the relationship.
  • colorScheme, opacity, labelPosition, sortOrder: Additional display options.

How it works​

  1. Add the Chord Chart Node to your workflow.
  2. Connect your dataset.
  3. Select the source, target, and value columns.
  4. Configure display options as needed.
  5. The node renders a chord chart.

Use Cases​

  • Trade flows: Visualize import/export relationships between countries.
  • Social networks: Display connections between individuals or groups.
  • Resource allocation: Track distribution of resources across departments.

Benefits​

  • Clear representation of relationships between categories.
  • Compact design for complex datasets.
  • Interactive exploration for deeper insights.