PHPlot
PHP library for generating dynamic server-side charts: 14 chart types in PNG, JPEG or GIF using GD.
About PHPlot
What is PHPlot?
PHPlot is a specialised PHP library for generating dynamic charts and graphs on the server. It lets you create pie charts, bar graphs, line graphs, point graphs and more from a PHP application, using the GD library to output images in PNG, JPEG or GIF format. It supports 14 different chart types.
Use cases
What is PHPlot for?
- A PHP application that needs to generate dynamic server-side charts without JavaScript.
- A reporting system that generates chart images for export in PDF or email.
- A PHP dashboard that displays visual statistics generated on the server.
Benefits
Main benefits of PHPlot
Server-side chart generation with PHP and GD, no JavaScript needed.
14 different chart types: pie, bar, line, point and more.
Output in PNG, JPEG or GIF.
TrueType Font support for text in charts.
Is it for you?
Who should use PHPlot?
PHP developers who need to generate dynamic server-side charts for reports or dashboards.
Is PHPlot right for you?
Is PHPlot the right choice for you?
It's a great fit if…
- If you need server-side chart generation with PHP without JavaScript dependencies.
- If you generate reports with chart images for export in PDF or email.
- If your server doesn't allow JavaScript and you need server-side charts.
It might not be for you if…
- If you prefer interactive client-side charts, where jqPlot or Elycharts are more appropriate.
- If you need more modern, highly customisable charts, where more recent libraries offer more options.
Installation
How to install PHPlot on your hosting
Open your hosting panel
Log into your miHosting professional hosting panel and open Softaculous, the application installer included with every plan.
Find PHPlot
Integrated into PHP projects as a library. Requires the GD extension to be enabled in PHP, available in miHosting's professional shared hosting.
Configure and go live
Choose the domain, language and admin details. Softaculous creates the database automatically and your install is ready in minutes.
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Frequently asked questions about PHPlot
Does PHPlot generate charts on the server or the client?
On the server: it uses PHP and the GD extension to generate images (PNG, JPEG, GIF) that are served to the browser like any other image.
Does PHPlot need JavaScript?
No, it's a PHP library that generates charts entirely on the server, with no client-side JavaScript needed.
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