Data Object and Label Placement For Information Abundant Visualizations

Placing numerous data objects and their corresponding labels in limited screen space is a challenging problem in information visualization systems. Extending map-oriented techniques, this paper describes static placement algorithms and develops metrics (such as compactness and labeling rate) as a basis for comparison among these algorithms. A control panel facilitates user customization by showing the metrics for alternative algorithms. Dynamic placement techniques that go beyond map-oriented techniques demonstrate additional possibilities. User actions can lead to selective display of data objects and their labels. KEYWORDS Timelines, data object placement, label placement, information visualization, control panel, metrics, visual feedback

• Type: Conference
• Year: 1998
• Where: NPIV
• Authors: Jia Li, Catherine Plaisant, Ben Shneiderman
• Keywords: Data Object, Map-oriented Techniques, NPIV 1998, Static Placement Algorithms, Visualization