# Rule 6: Integrated annotations

## Intent

Help the chart communicate the main takeaway rather than only naming the variables.

## Pass signals

- Title states the finding, not just the variables
- Subtitle provides useful context
- One or two annotations point to the most important feature

## Fail signals

- Generic title only, such as "Sales by Month," when the chart is meant to communicate an insight
- No annotation for a notable spike, dip, crossover, or outlier
- Too many annotations creating clutter and competing with the data

## Reviewer guidance

Do not demand annotation noise. A strong takeaway title or subtitle may be enough if it cleanly communicates the insight.
