Make sure data is in the correct format. To help Visuals understand your spreadsheet, use a specific data type for each column. If you're not sure which data type your columns need, check out the Visualization Index.  

1. Open your spreadsheet in Google Sheets
2. Select a column by clicking on the gray column cells at the top of the sheet

   • The column will highlight

3. Click on Format
   • Find Format in the top menu bar

   • Additional options will unfold

4. Click on Number

   • A list of data formats will unfold

5. Choose the data type Visuals needs for your column
   • Learn more at the Visualization Index

   • Your column will adjust to the correct data type

6. Repeat steps 2-5 for each column