Target group
SAS users who must use SAS program code to generate graphs in batch or noninteractive execution environments, such as SAS Stored Processes, or those who need to produce a large quantity of graphs with minimal user interaction
Course structure
Course Logistics and Overview
- course logistics
- SAS/GRAPH and ODS graphics
- introduction to SAS/GRAPH
- graph gallery
Graphical Reporting with SAS/GRAPH
- how SAS/GRAPH creates output
- SAS/GRAPH program structure
- controlling the appearance of your graphs
Producing Scatter and Line Plots
- creating scatter plots
- creating line plots
- creating plots containing multiple lines
- creating other types of plots with individual data points
Producing Bar Charts
- creating vertical and horizontal bar charts
- creating grouped and subgrouped bar charts
- creating bar-line charts
Producing Other Types of Charts
- creating pie charts
- creating star charts
- creating radar charts
- creating tile charts
- creating key performance indicator charts
Customizing the Appearance of SAS/GRAPH Output
- colors and fonts
- customizing common graphics elements
- titles and footnotes
- customizing plot symbols
- specifying chart pattern colors
Customizing Axes and Legends
- using procedure options to customize plot and chart axes
- customizing axes with AXIS statements (basic options)
- customizing axes with AXIS statements (additional options)
- customizing legends
Annotating Graphs
- introduction to annotating
- defining annotate variables
- using annotate macros
- creating data-dependent annotations
Generating Graphs for Use in Other Applications
- creating image files
- creating client-rendered graphs
- creating clickable graphs for the web using ODS
Managing and Replaying SAS/GRAPH Output
- storing and naming graphics output
- using the GREPLAY procedure
Learning More
- additional SAS resources
- beyond this course
