How to Copy a Chart from Excel to PowerPoint Without a Link – 2 Methods

This is the sample dataset.

2 Easy Methods to Copy Chart from Excel to PowerPoint Without Link


Method 1 – Paste the Excel Chart as an Enhanced Metafile Image

Steps:

  • Select B4:D10 and go to the Insert tab.

  • In Charts, select 2-D Line.

  • The chart will be displayed.

  • Right-click the chart.
  • Choose Copy or press Ctrl + C .

  • Open the PowerPoint file and create a new slide.
  • Click the downward arrow in Paste and choose Paste Special.

  • In the Paste Special dialog box, paste the file as Picture (Enhanced Metafile) and click OK.

Pasting Excel Chart as An Enhanced Metafile Image as An Easy Method to Copy Chart from Excel to PowerPoint Without Link

This is the output.

Read More: How to Perform Excel to PowerPoint Automation


Method 2 – Applying the Use Destination Theme & Embed Workbook Command

Steps:

  • Create a chart following the steps described in the first method.
  • Copy the chart.

  • Go to the PowerPoint slide and in Paste, choose Use Destination Theme and Enhance Workbook.

Employing Use Destination Theme & Embed Workbook Command as An Easy Method to Copy Chart from Excel to PowerPoint Without Link

This is the output.

Read More: How to Insert Excel Chart into PowerPoint


Things to Remember

  • To resize or redesign the chart, paste it as an enhanced metafile.

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