Manage Widgets
Overview
You can interact and change the layout of the Dashboard by rearranging, moving, or deleting its widgets.
You can also navigate to widget settings and widget menus from the dashboard page.
| Icon | ID | Action | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Move Widget (Vertical) | Allows you to move the widget vertically within the dashboard layout. | |
| 2 | Move Widget (Horizontal) | Allows you to move the widget horizontally within the dashboard layout. | |
| 3 | Delete Widget | Removes the widget from the dashboard. | |
| 4 | Duplicate Widget | Creates a copy of the widget for reuse or further customization. | |
| 5 | Widget Settings | Opens the settings for the widget, allowing for customization of its content and appearance. | |
| 6 | Widget Menu | Accesses additional options or actions for the widget, typically through a dropdown menu. |
Getting Here
To edit a widget in a dashboard, use must first Edit the dashboard..
Changes made to dashboards in edit mode take effect immediately. There is no SAVE button or UNDO option when editing a dashboard.
To edit a dashboard, use the following steps.
- From the main menu, navigate to Dashboards > All.
- Click the row options icon at the beginning of the row that includes the custom dashboard.
- Click Edit.
At the top of the page, an unlock button displays, indicating the dashboard is in Edit mode. You can click this button to exit edit mode. - Click on the option icon explained below to perform its actions.
Basic Options
Hovering Over Data
- Description: When hovering over data points within a chart, a tooltip typically appears, providing detailed information about that specific point. This can include metrics such as exact values, timestamps, or additional context relevant to the data point.
- Usage: Hovering is a quick and interactive way to gain deeper insights without having to navigate away from the current view. It allows users to explore the data in more detail, helping them to identify trends or anomalies at a granular level.
Widget Context Menus
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Description: The hamburger icon (three horizontal lines) sometimes located at the top-right corner of each chart opens a context menu with various options for interacting with the chart.
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Push to GF: Pushes the data to the Global Filter NQL field. (See Fusion Interface)
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Fullscreen: Expands the chart to fullscreen mode for a more detailed view.
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Print: Allows users to print the chart directly from the dashboard.
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CSV: Exports the chart data to a CSV file for analysis in spreadsheet software like Excel.
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PNG: Saves the chart as a PNG image for embedding in reports or presentations.
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SVG: Exports the chart as an SVG file, a vector format suitable for high-quality scaling and editing.
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Usage: The context menu provides users with various ways to interact with and export the data. Whether for reporting, further analysis, or presentations, these tools enhance the usability and flexibility of the dashboard's charts.
Updated 17 days ago