Adding Data Table Parameters

Parameters filter the data set returned to the visualization. Parameters are especially valuable when programming Actions in a workbook. You can use the parameters function to pull and enter specific data into SQL queries, web searches or other actions that you may wish to program as part of a workbook.

1. On the Data Table Settings pane, click  .

   A new parameter displays (i.e., New Parameter 1).

2. Click New Parameter <number>.

   The section expands to allow definition of the parameter name and default value.

   

3. Enter the parameter Name then click   .
4. Select the Type: Text, Numeric, or Time.
5. Enter the Default Value.

   You can enter several default values, separated by a comma.

   

   NOTE: For the Time type, the following formats for the default value are accepted:

   • "yyyy-MM-dd"
   • "yyyy-MM-ddTHH:mm:ss"
   • “yyyy-MM-ddTHH:mm:ss.SSS"
6. Repeat steps 1 to 5 to add more parameters.
7. Click the Save   button.

   The Data Sources Preview at the bottom of the screen updates based on the default parameter values.

   NOTE: When adding visualizations or parts on the dashboard, the associated data table is checked for defined parameters that will be applied to the dashboard.

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