In this chapter, you learned how to utilize some of the options and settings for several of the default Gephi layout algorithms. You also learned about several additional layouts available as plugins, and how to find, install, and use them. We then saw several examples of the output provided by these graph types, and discussed whether they were well suited to our sample dataset.
You also received an introduction on how to find the most effective layout for your data using a series of steps that will help you understand your data, the goal for your display, who the audience is, and whether to show the entire dataset or focus on a smaller subset.
At this point, you should feel confident enough to determine the type of graphical display you wish to create using a given dataset. Our next step will be to acquaint you with creating your own dataset, so you may begin developing your own signature visualizations.