Horizontal Bar

A horizontal bar is a visual element used in charts and graphs to represent data or values. Unlike vertical bars that stand upright, horizontal bars extend sideways. They are useful for comparing quantities across different categories, especially when category names are long or there are many categories. The length of each bar corresponds to the value it represents, making it easy to see which categories have higher or lower amounts at a glance. Horizontal bars improve clarity and readability, especially in data presentations where space or layout favors a sideways orientation.