This demo illustrates how selected nodes can be forced into patterns to improve intelligibility of a chart.

KeyLines layouts are typically curved and 'organic' to provide an attractive and easy-to-read chart. Sometimes, you might need to cluster a set of nodes together in a particular arrangement.

The demo shows the application of distinctive arrangements (grid, circle and radial) to clearly differentiate the selected and sorted nodes from their peers. The demo also illustrates various sorting options.

You could also think about using combos to group nodes. See the Combo Options demo to see combos in action.

Key functions used:

• chart.arrange
• chart.graph().betweenness
• chart.graph().degrees