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What is the primary function of the Viewer?

  • To load data into reports.
  • To modify existing reports or dashboards.
  • To view reports and dashboards. (correct)
  • To create new reports and dashboards.

How can a user access the Designer feature?

  • By selecting the 'Print' option in the viewer.
  • By clicking on an existing report in the repository tree.
  • Through the 'New Dashboard' or 'New Report' button. (correct)
  • By exporting reports to Excel.

What happens to modifications made in the Designer?

  • They are saved permanently across all instances of Flow.BI.
  • They are automatically exported to common file formats.
  • They only affect the current Flow.BI instance. (correct)
  • They can also be applied to reports from other users.

Which of the following actions can be performed directly from the Viewer?

<p>Print reports directly. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which file formats can reports be exported to from the Viewer?

<p>Excel, PDF, and Word. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between a report designer and a report viewer?

<p>A report designer creates and modifies reports, while a viewer only interacts with them. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following tasks is specifically associated with the roles of a report designer?

<p>Defining data sources for reports. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the capabilities of a report viewer?

<p>A viewer can interact with reports but cannot change their layout. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does a report designer affect the reports created in the system?

<p>Modifications by designers only affect the reports within the current instance of Flow.BI. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What feature might be included in a report designed to enhance user interaction?

<p>Dynamic data displays allowing real-time updates. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What capability does a report viewer lack when compared to a report designer?

<p>The ability to customize the appearance of reports. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which action is NOT typically associated with a report viewer's responsibilities?

<p>Creating the structure of a report. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a fundamental responsibility of a report designer?

<p>Connecting reports to databases and data sources. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way can a report viewer interact with the reports?

<p>By adjusting filters and parameters presented in the report. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens when modifications are made in the report designer?

<p>Changes only affect the current Flow.BI instance. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A report designer can modify the layout of reports and dashboards.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Report viewers have the ability to create new dashboards.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A report viewer can export reports to formats such as PDF or Excel.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Modifications made in the report designer affect reports across all instances of the application.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Report designers are responsible for defining data sources for the reports.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Report viewers are capable of designing interactivity for reports.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A report viewer is often used to modify existing reports.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Interactivity features in reports are typically implemented by the report viewer.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Both report designers and viewers can print reports directly.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The layout of a report is determined by the report viewer.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following functions with the appropriate tool (Viewer or Designer):

<p>Creating the Report Layout = Designer Viewing the Report = Viewer Defining Data Sources = Designer Exporting Reports = Viewer</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following actions to the correct tool (Viewer or Designer):

<p>Interacting with the Report = Viewer Customizing the Report = Designer Accessing via 'New Report' button = Designer Printing the Report = Viewer</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the responsibility to the appropriate role in report generation:

<p>Creating new reports and dashboards = Designer Opening an existing report = Viewer Applying conditional formatting = Designer Filtering data in a report = Viewer</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the description to the correct tool in report generation:

<p>Connects to databases and APIs = Designer Displays reports in user-friendly formats = Viewer Allows modifications that impact the layout = Designer Has no capabilities to change report data sources = Viewer</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following features to the correct tool:

<p>Drilldowns and filters = Designer Report display = Viewer New report creation = Designer Report exporting options = Viewer</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the tool with its access method:

<p>'Edit' in context menu = Designer Single click of existing report = Viewer 'New Dashboard' button = Designer Print report option = Viewer</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match each task to its appropriate role:

<p>Determining report appearance = Designer Viewing data in different formats = Viewer Incorporating interactive features = Designer Exporting reports to PDF = Viewer</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the correct characteristics with the associated role:

<p>Modifications affect only current instance = Designer Interacts with previously created reports = Viewer Creates structure for reports = Designer Cannot modify report layout = Viewer</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the correct abilities with the respective tool:

<p>Load and display reports = Viewer Design report layout and fields = Designer Utilize drilldowns for data = Viewer Customize appearance of reports = Designer</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Viewer

A tool used to view and interact with existing reports and dashboards.

Designer

A tool used to create new reports and dashboards or modify existing ones.

Repository Tree

The area where all your reports and dashboards are stored.

Exporting

Viewer allows you to convert reports and dashboards into other formats for sharing.

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Instance Specific Changes

Changes made in Designer only affect the specific Flow.BI instance where you are working.

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Exporting Reports

The ability to convert reports and dashboards into other formats like Excel, PDF, or Word for easier sharing and use.

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Creating Report Layout

The process of defining the structure of a report, including headers, footers, data fields, charts, and graphs.

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Defining Data Sources

The ability to connect a report to different data sources, such as databases or APIs, to ensure the correct data is used.

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Designing Interactivity

Adding features to a report, such as drilldowns, filters, or interactive elements, to make it more dynamic.

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Customizing Reports

Modifying the appearance, applying formatting, or adding logic to control how data is displayed in a report.

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Viewing Reports

The primary function of a report viewer is to display and interact with the finished reports created by the designer.

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Report Designer

The tool used to create reports and dashboards, allowing for data visualization and analysis.

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Report Viewer

The tool used to view and interact with reports and dashboards created with the Report Designer.

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Creating the Report Layout

The report design process involves creating the layout, which includes elements like headers, footers, data fields, charts, and graphs.

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What is a Report Designer?

A tool used for creating and customizing reports. It lets you define the layout, data sources, and interactivity of a report.

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What is a Report Viewer?

A tool used to view and interact with finished reports created by the Report Designer. It doesn't change the report's content but allows users to see, filter, and explore it.

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What does 'Defining Data Sources' mean in a report?

The report designer connects the report to databases, APIs, or other data sources to ensure the correct data is used.

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What does 'Designing Interactivity' mean in a report?

In report design, this refers to adding features like drilldowns, filters, or interactive elements to make the report more dynamic and engaging.

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What does 'Customizing the Report' mean?

This refers to customizing the appearance of a report, applying formatting, or adding logic to control how data is displayed.

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What is 'Creating the Report Layout'?

Report designers utilize a variety of tools to create the structure of the report, including elements like headers, footers, data fields, charts, and graphs.

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Where do changes made by a Report Designer apply?

Changes made in the Report Designer only affect the specific Flow.BI instance where the changes are made.

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What is 'Exporting Reports'?

The report viewer allows users to export the report into common formats like PDF, Excel, or Word, making the report accessible for sharing and further analysis.

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Why is 'Defining Data Sources' essential in report design?

A report designer must establish a clear connection between the report and the data it sources. This ensures that the report accurately displays the right information.

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Why is 'Designing Interactivity' important in reports?

Users can interact with the report by filtering data, drilling down into details, or adjusting parameters. This makes the information in the report more actionable and insightful.

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Study Notes

Viewer Functionality

  • Used for viewing reports and dashboards.
  • Opens reports/dashboards directly from repository tree with a single click.
  • Allows direct printing of reports.
  • Enables export to common formats (Excel, PDF, Word, etc.).
  • Displays reports in a user-friendly format (dashboard, table, or chart).
  • May allow filtering, drilling down, or adjusting report parameters (e.g., viewing a report for a specific time period).
  • Displays reports created by the report designer.
  • Does not modify report layouts or data sources.
  • Views and interacts with reports created by the report designer.

Designer Functionality

  • Used for creating new or editing existing reports/dashboards.
  • Accesses via "New Dashboard" or "New Report" buttons in repository tree.
  • Also accessible via "Edit" in context menu of the document.
  • Modifications targeted to the current Flow.BI instance.
  • Creates, customizes, and formats reports.
  • Defines report layout (headers, footers, data fields, charts, graphs).
  • Connects report to data sources (databases, APIs, etc.).
  • Designs report interactivity (drilldowns, filters, dynamic data displays).
  • Customizes appearance, applies conditional formatting, and implements business logic for data display.
  • Creates the report structure (headers, footers, data fields, charts, graphs).
  • Defines how a report looks and the data it includes.
  • Connects the report to data sources (databases, APIs etc).
  • Designs report interactivity (drilldowns, filters, dynamic displays).
  • Adjusts the appearance, applies formatting, and implements business logic.

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