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A timeline visualizes events chronologically, making it easier to understand project progress, historical sequences, or future plans. Whether you're tracking project milestones, creating a presentation, or documenting company history, you need the right tool to build your timeline.

This guide shows you how to create timelines using tools you likely already have:

• Excel: Using SmartArt for basic document timelines.
• Word: Using SmartArt for report and document timelines.
• PowerPoint: Using SmartArt for presentation timelines.
• Google Sheets/Docs: Using Timeline view for collaborative projects (requires Google Workspace).
• Preceden: Using dedicated timeline software for professional results.
• JavaScript: Using Bryntum to build custom timeline charts.

Each section is self-contained, so you can jump directly to the tool you want to use. Before diving into the how-to sections, you'll learn the key differences between timelines and Gantt charts to choose the proper visualization for your needs.