Introducing our CSV data visualisation option: See the story behind
the numbers
To make data more accessible and engaging, data.europa.eu
[https://data.europa.eu/en] has now introduced a new embedded CSV data
visualisation tool. This tool allows users to transform raw datasets
into clear and interactive graphics directly available on our portal.
Prior to this, CSV files needed external tools to conduct analyses as
the files are usually filled with large information pieces. Now with
just a few clicks, users can visualise their data in graphs, charts,
and tables that bring these files to life. 

In order to use this feature, it is important you have a dataset
[https://data.europa.eu/data/datasets?query=&locale=en&format=CSV&page=1]
that is available for downloading in CSV format. When opening the
dataset, the ‘distributions’ section displays the various formats
in which the dataset is available. Next to the CSV dataset, there is
the option to perform the ‘preview’ action where you are guided to
the visualisation tool. Here, you can view the dataset as a table, in
categories, or simply look at specific values in the dataset. The tool
also allows for the chart to be visualised as either a line, bar, or
doughnut, giving some form of customisation for the user to interpret
the data. 

[https://data.europa.eu/sites/default/files/img/media/CSV%20visualisation%20in%20text.png]
By introducing this functionality on the data.europa.eu website, we
aid in making open data more understandable and simplify accessibility
for all users. By lowering the barrier for users to achieve data
literacy, informed decision-making is supported and users feel more
motivated to engage with data-driven discussions. 

The CSV visualisation tool is now live and available on all datasets
with this format. Explore the functionality and voice your opinion to
help us shape the future of the data.europa.eu portal. 

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Publication Date/Time
2025-07-30T08:00:00+00:00
This new website functionality helps transform CSV files into
interactive charts and graphs