Data  visualization helps scientists communicate complex information both  effectively and engagingly because allowing readers being able  to visualize information helpstheir  brains digest and retain. Thus, infographics are  not only is impact research increasing, impactful,  but so it  potential using them can increase  visibility as it is easily shared online—like through href="http://twitter.com/authorea" target="_blank">Twitter!

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However,  not all visualizations are created equally. Wrong presentation—chart type,  typography, colors, etc.—can diminish impact and even misrepresent data  entirely. Here are our top tips for making quality infographics.