Can you use graphs in essays?

All images, photos, graphs, etc. that you use in your essays should be directly relevant to your argument. Example: If you are writing about Louis XIV furniture, we may need to see a picture of a Louis XIV-style chair; we do not need a picture of King Louis XIV.

How do you describe a figure in an essay?

Figures should be labeled with a number followed by a descriptive caption or title. Captions should be concise but comprehensive. They should describe the data shown, draw attention to important features contained within the figure, and may sometimes also include interpretations of the data.

How do you write a good figure legend?

4 Features of a Good Figure Legend:Title: A brief title that applies to the entire figure, including all panels. Materials and methods: A description of the techniques used. Results: A statement of the results that can be gleaned from the particular figure. Definitions: An explanation of features in the figure.

Should I copyright my thesis?

So— No, you do not need to copyright your dissertation; that happens already automatically. Copyrights can be (but are not required to be) “registered” with the U.S. Copyright Office. This used to be required to get the protection of copyright for the full term, but that is no longer the case.