Hi all,

I am using an excel X-Y scatter chart to present some management information, plotting points on a simple matrix. Each point has been set up as a separate series, as each one represents a different item, and I want to use the items reference as the data label.

In order to enhance the appearance, and also as a workaround for duplicate values, I had formatted the data labels to be pictures using:

Format data labels, Area fill effects, pictures - and just picked up a picture from clipart. This all worked fine, and I saved the document.

However, when I close and re-open the workbook, the pictures have become corrupt and are no longer present. I have to repeat the procedure for allocating the picture in order to get it back again.

Any ideas for workaround, or if this is a known problem?

Thanks,

Steve