Rules of Color in Data Visualization

I make these mistakes all the time. But I try to keep these rules in mind when presenting data. I used to do this inward critique manually. Now I use AI.

Color can transform a data visualization from mundane to magnificent when used effectively. My work is mostly mundane, but occasionally, I get it right.

Color can highlight trends, emphasize differences, and engage the viewer in a way that raw numbers simply can’t. However, like any powerful tool, misusing color can lead to confusion, misinterpretations,…