How to use Custom Line Formatting to create a smooth curve in MicroStrategy Developer

Description

This knowledge base article demonstrates how to change the custom line formatting in Strategy Developer to create smooth curve effects in a report in line graph view. By adding a custom line to the y-axis of a line graph report, the user creates a flattened effect, so it is not as dramatic between the highest value and the lowest value in the line.
The following image illustrates the before and after effect:
 

Next Steps for Formatting 

Follow these steps to change the Custom Line Formatting for a smooth curve effect:

1. Open a report in Line Graph view.
   
2. Right-click on the graph and select Grid and Scale.
3. Under the Grid tab, make sure you are on the Y Axis tab.
4. ​​​​​​​Check Draw Custom Lines at. 
5. Provide a number greater than the highest value in the y-axis to create the smooth curve effect.

 
View the following image for reference: