in graph vs on graph

Both 'in graph' and 'on graph' can be correct depending on the context. 'In graph' is commonly used when referring to data or elements that are part of the graph itself, while 'on graph' is used when discussing the location of something placed on top of the graph.

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in graph

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to data or elements that are part of the graph itself.

Use 'in graph' when discussing data points, lines, or other elements that are part of the graph itself. For example, 'The data points in the graph show a clear trend.'

Examples:

The key information is in the graph.
The labels in the graph are difficult to read.
The trend line in the graph indicates a steady increase.
The data points in the graph are scattered.
The legend in the graph explains the colors.

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Save only data displayed in graph to a file.
This trend, marked by peaks and troughs, also appears in graph 6.
This orthopedic system brings absolute change within the situation the makers have presented a systematic demo in graph and also have listed out the advantages of using phallosan.
i.e., in graph of M = f(p), the value of the pressure p at the point of intersection of the extrapolation of this function with the abscissa (see Figure 7 of Appendix 1 to this annex);
The survey data indicates that 45 % of the applicants agreed with the Commission's arguments for rejecting their application as shown in Graph 2.
In fact, none of the three price series concerned show a clear downward trend in 2013 and 2014 as shown in Graph 2 in recital 38 and Table 1 below.
Just scan the graph, open the image in Graph Converter Lite, calibrate, and the modern algorithm for automatic graphs recognition creates the tables automatically.
The comparison in Graph 1 of key indicators of the two banks shows considerable differences [38]:
This graphic representation confirms that the length of the radii of the volutes of Serlio and Salviati differ very little from one another; shown in Graph 1, they turn out to be almost perfectly superimposed.
View current readings and previously recorded data in graph form.
Collected data can be easily displayed in graph form on the LCD.
Data downloaded to your PC can then be viewed in graph form for the selected Remote Unit and period of recording.
Downloaded data is then saved as a file and can be displayed in graph form.
Data that has been downloaded from the logger can be easily displayed in graph form, saved to files, or exported as text file data.
Exposure levels can be shown in graph form on the LCD monitor during both shooting and playback, allowing you to check the images with greater accuracy.
The data collected to the RTR-500DC can be immediately viewed in graph form on the spot without the need for a computer.
In this display you can view in graph form the data measured and recorded by the RTR-574.
The software assists you in displaying the downloaded data in graph form and/or lists for easy-to-understand analysis.
If polarity change has been selected in the recording method for ON/OFF signal, the recorded data cannot be viewed in graph form.
All data recorded are sent to the supervision software that processes it in graph and statistic format for easy consultation, comparison and forecast of future consumption.

Alternatives:

within the graph
inside the graph

on graph

This phrase is correct and commonly used when discussing the location of something placed on top of the graph.

Use 'on graph' when referring to objects or annotations placed on top of the graph, such as labels, titles, or additional information. For example, 'The title on the graph provides context for the data.'