Data visuals facilitate the interpretation and use of data by taking advantage of the fact that the human brain processes visuals more rapidly than text. The power of data visuals such as scorecards, dashboards and profiles, is their ability to fuel an increase in data use. The wider application of these tools is a positive trend that supports a growing interest in and emphasis on the use of data. However, for these data visuals to function as powerful agents of change, they need to be well-designed. This Technical Note provides a set of useful tips and reflection questions to support the design of data visuals that facilitate the effective translation and use of data from national nutrition information systems (NNIS).
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