Difference between chart, plot and graph

Question

I'm thinking of what would be the right terms to use in the UI of my new program, when referring to graphical data representations - i.e., whether to call them "charts", "plots" or "graphs". I was wondering how these terms are different, and when is it appropriate to use each of them?

Answer 1

• Chart: Bar, line, or pie charts.

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• Plot: X-Y plot or blueprints.

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• Graph: Nodes connected by edges.

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