Mekko charts in PowerPoint and Google Slides
A Mekko (or Marimekko) chart is a stacked chart whose column widths also vary, so one picture shows market size by segment and share within each segment. Deckcell draws Mekkos in PowerPoint and Google Slides as 100% or unit-height charts, with small segments grouped into “Other”.
Last updated 24 October 2026
Two kinds of Mekko
Pick the one that answers your question.
100% Mekko
Every column is full height, so you compare shares within each segment. Width shows how big each segment is. This is the classic market map.
Unit Mekko
Column heights show absolute values, so you see both the total and its mix. Use it when the size of each segment matters as much as the split.
Built for market maps
Width from the data
Column widths come from the totals, or from a separate “Width” row when size and split are different measures.
“Other” grouping
Merge segments below a threshold into “Other” so small players don’t clutter the chart.
Labels that fit
Segment labels hide when they don’t fit, rather than overlapping.
Brand colours
Series colours come from your style file.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a Mekko and a Marimekko chart?
None. Marimekko is the original name; Mekko is the short form consultants use.
Can PowerPoint make a Mekko chart without an add-in?
Not directly. PowerPoint has no Mekko chart type, so people build them from stacked charts and manual widths. Deckcell draws them from a datasheet.
Can I make a Mekko chart in Google Slides?
Yes, with Deckcell. Here’s how.
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