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Change data series names or legend text

On the worksheet

1. Click the cell that contains the data series name you want to change.
2. Type the new name, and then press ENTER.

On the chart

1. Click the chart, and then click Source Data on the Chart menu.
2. On the Series tab, click the data series name you want to change.
3. In the Name box, specify the worksheet cell you want to use as the legend text or data series name.

   You can also type the name you want to use. If you type a name in the Name box, the legend text or data series name is no longer linked to a worksheet cell.