# Set up the horizontal axis for the trend

Use the X-Axis tab of the Trend Object Properties dialog box to specify the horizontal axis for the trend. The horizontal axis represents time, for a standard line chart, or the selected pen value, for an XY plot.

Tip: | Select the chart style on the General tab.

## To set up the horizontal axis

1. In the Graphics Display editor, double-click the trend to open the Trend Object Properties dialog box.
2. Click the X-Axis tab.
3. Specify the time range to show on the horizontal axis and how to graphically show the time range.

## See also

Create a trend

Options on the X-Axis tab of the Trend Object Properties dialog box

Set up the vertical axis for the trend

Best practices for FactoryTalk View Machine Edition trends

Troubleshoot FactoryTalk View Machine Edition trends