Definition
A step chart plots values in the form of steps rather than curves or sloped lines. There are two subtypes.
Use
Step charts can be used to show loads for a resource material over a period of time, available capacity at a work center over a period of time or stepped fixed costs.
The X axis must be set as a time axis in contrast to other chart types, which display categories along the X axis.
Structure
Below is a typical step chart: