Templates / Forest Plot
Forest Plot Template
Publication-quality forest plot for meta-analysis and subgroup analysis. Weighted study squares, 95% CI whiskers, pooled estimate diamond, heterogeneity statistics (I², Q, τ²), and customizable study label columns.
Use this template →Template specifications
Chart type
Forest plot
Effect measures
OR, RR, HR, MD, SMD
Scale
Log scale for ratio measures
Square size
Proportional to study weight
Diamond
Pooled estimate with 95% CI
Heterogeneity
I², Q test, τ²
Model
Fixed or random effects
Reference line
Null (1.0 or 0)
Export
TIFF 300–1200 DPI / PDF
Input data format
# meta_analysis.csv
study, year, effect, ci_lower, ci_upper, weight
Smith 2020, 2020, 1.42, 0.98, 2.06, 18.3
Jones 2021, 2021, 0.87, 0.61, 1.24, 22.1
Lee 2022, 2022, 1.18, 0.90, 1.54, 31.4
Full guide: How to create a forest plot for publication