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What must be true for a column to be sortable in Flow.BI Dashboards?
What must be true for a column to be sortable in Flow.BI Dashboards?
How can sorting be enabled for Web and Desktop Dashboards?
How can sorting be enabled for Web and Desktop Dashboards?
What is a feature of Flow.BI Dashboards regarding end-user sorting?
What is a feature of Flow.BI Dashboards regarding end-user sorting?
What is recommended for large datasets when enabling sorting?
What is recommended for large datasets when enabling sorting?
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Which of the following is not a suggested practice for enhancing end-user sorting in dashboards?
Which of the following is not a suggested practice for enhancing end-user sorting in dashboards?
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When configuring sorting options, what can users specify?
When configuring sorting options, what can users specify?
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What role do sorting buttons play in the user interface of Flow.BI Dashboards?
What role do sorting buttons play in the user interface of Flow.BI Dashboards?
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What is the first step in enabling end-user sorting in a Flow.BI Dashboard?
What is the first step in enabling end-user sorting in a Flow.BI Dashboard?
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Which sorting direction options are available for end-users?
Which sorting direction options are available for end-users?
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What kind of custom sorting can be implemented for advanced scenarios?
What kind of custom sorting can be implemented for advanced scenarios?
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Business users can sort charts via the context menu in Flow.BI Dashboards.
Business users can sort charts via the context menu in Flow.BI Dashboards.
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Sorting in Flow.BI Dashboards is only available to report designers.
Sorting in Flow.BI Dashboards is only available to report designers.
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Users can sort data in ascending or descending order after selecting the appropriate field.
Users can sort data in ascending or descending order after selecting the appropriate field.
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End-user sorting cannot be utilized in Web and Desktop Dashboards.
End-user sorting cannot be utilized in Web and Desktop Dashboards.
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The default sort direction cannot be configured in Flow.BI Dashboards.
The default sort direction cannot be configured in Flow.BI Dashboards.
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Clear sorting icons and informative tooltips are recommended for a better user experience.
Clear sorting icons and informative tooltips are recommended for a better user experience.
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Multiple fields cannot be specified for sorting in Flow.BI Dashboards.
Multiple fields cannot be specified for sorting in Flow.BI Dashboards.
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Data performance may be impacted when handling large datasets with sorting enabled.
Data performance may be impacted when handling large datasets with sorting enabled.
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To enable sorting, users must modify the chart properties in the designer.
To enable sorting, users must modify the chart properties in the designer.
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Users can sort charts without selecting a field in Flow.BI Dashboards.
Users can sort charts without selecting a field in Flow.BI Dashboards.
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Match the sorting functionalities with their descriptions in Flow.BI Dashboards:
Match the sorting functionalities with their descriptions in Flow.BI Dashboards:
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Match the dashboard features with their availability for end-users:
Match the dashboard features with their availability for end-users:
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Match the actions that end-users must perform to sort charts:
Match the actions that end-users must perform to sort charts:
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Match the configuration steps with their purposes when enabling end-user sorting:
Match the configuration steps with their purposes when enabling end-user sorting:
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Match the types of sorting that can be implemented in Flow.BI Dashboards:
Match the types of sorting that can be implemented in Flow.BI Dashboards:
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Match the challenges faced in sorting with their resolutions:
Match the challenges faced in sorting with their resolutions:
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Match the user-friendly features with their intended effect in Flow.BI Dashboards:
Match the user-friendly features with their intended effect in Flow.BI Dashboards:
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Match the dashboard design elements with their roles:
Match the dashboard design elements with their roles:
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Match the sorting capabilities with their restrictions:
Match the sorting capabilities with their restrictions:
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Match the aspects of end-user interaction with sorting features:
Match the aspects of end-user interaction with sorting features:
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Study Notes
Sorting Records in Dashboards
- Data transformation is available only to report designers.
- Business users sort via a context menu.
- Sorting is available in both viewer and designer modes.
- A column must be used by a chart for sorting.
- Sorting icons should be clear and intuitive.
- Tooltips should provide information about sorting functionality.
- Optimize data queries/chart rendering for large datasets.
- Test the sorting function for positive user experience.
Enabling End-User Sorting in Flow.BI Dashboards
- Flow.BI Dashboards allow end-users to sort charts directly within the dashboard for interactive data exploration.
- This flexibility empowers users to explore data from various perspectives.
How to Enable End-User Sorting
Design the Chart
- Create the chart with the desired data source and visualization type.
- Ensure the data source is correctly configured for sorting.
Enable Sorting (Web and Desktop Dashboards)
- Select the chart in the designer.
- Locate the "Sorting" property in the Properties window.
- Enable the "Allow Sorting" option.
Configure Sorting Options (Optional)
- Multiple Fields: Specify multiple fields for complex sorting.
- Sort Direction: Set the default sort direction (ascending/descending).
- Custom Sorting: Implement custom sorting logic (scripts/expressions).
- Sorting is available for web and desktop dashboards.
How End-Users Sort
- Click the sort button (arrow icon) on the chart.
- Select the field to sort by.
- Choose ascending or descending order.
- Sorting icons should be clear and intuitive.
- Provide informative tooltips to explain the sorting functionality.
Additional Considerations
- Optimize data queries/chart rendering for large datasets.
- Thoroughly test the sorting function for a positive user experience.
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This quiz covers the steps and considerations for enabling end-user sorting in Flow.BI dashboards. Participants will learn about data transformation, sorting options, and how to design charts that allow for interactive data exploration. Perfect for report designers and business users alike.