What do your users want from tables, charts, and other data? If a user is viewing data online, they
generally have a question they want to answer. The key is to understand your users’ questions
before designing your data layout. With data, your users will likely want to:
• Find the answer to a specific question
• Understand complex information
• Compare like items
Once you have decided on a layout for your data, be that a table, a chart, or other design, ensure it
is easy to read and interpret. Use plenty of whitespace and, in the interest of simplicity, include no
more data than you actually need.