Gauge Chart
A semicircular gauge/speedometer showing a single value against a min/max range. Great for KPIs like uptime, satisfaction scores, or progress toward a goal.
Template details
- chart
- gauge
- speedometer
- kpi
- meter
- d3
When to use this template
A gauge chart quickly communicates the current status or performance of a single key metric against a defined range or target. It allows for immediate assessment of whether a value is within an acceptable range, approaching a critical threshold, or exceeding a goal, enabling rapid decision-making.
- Single numeric value requiring immediate status assessment.
- Data with a clear minimum and maximum boundary.
- Metrics where performance thresholds define different states.
- Values expressed as percentages, scores, or rates.
- Data primarily viewed for current state rather than historical trends.
- When comparing a value to a fixed target or benchmark.