Transform your raw spreadsheet data into actionable insights on spending, speed, and service.
If you're a frequent user of shopping agents like LoveGoBuy, your order history spreadsheet holds a goldmine of information. But rows of numbers alone can be overwhelming. By creating simple charts, you can visualize trends, identify patterns, and make smarter shopping decisions. Let's explore how to track three key metrics: Spending, Delivery Speed, and Refund Ratios.
1. Visualizing Spending Habits
The first step is to understand where your money goes.
- Data to Isolate:Order Date, Item Price (¥), and Shipping Cost (¥).
- Recommended Charts:
- Line or Column Chart Over Time:
- Pie or Donut Chart:
- Line or Column Chart Over Time:
- Insight Gained:
2. Tracking Delivery Speed & Efficiency
Speed is crucial in cross-border shopping. Visualizing timelines helps set realistic expectations.
- Data to Isolate:Order Date, Warehouse Received Date, and Delivery Date.
- Recommended Charts:
- Bar Chart (Horizontal):
- Combo Chart:
- Bar Chart (Horizontal):
- Insight Gained:
3. Analyzing Refund & Issue Ratios
Monitoring problems is key to assessing store and agent reliability.
- Data to Isolate:Status
- Recommended Charts:
- Trend Line over Time:
- Stacked Column Chart:
- Insight Gained:
- Recommended Charts:
How to Create These Charts (Quick Guide)
- Clean Your Data:
- Insert a Pivot Table:
- Choose Your Chart:
- Customize & Interpret:
- Insert a Pivot Table:
From Data to Smarter Shopping
Moving from a static LoveGoBuy spreadsheet to dynamic charts transforms confusion into clarity. A glance at your spending line chart can reinforce your next budget. Your delivery speed bar chart can guide your choice of shipping line. Your refund ratio trend can warn you against a problematic store.
Start with one chart today. The visual insight you gain will not only optimize your use of LoveGoBuy but also refine your entire cross-border shopping strategy.