Dataset Metric
Adding Metrics to Narratives
Use the Dataset metric content type to add large, single metrics to your narrative.
This can be a great way to add a number to your narrative for easy access and skimming by readers.
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Adding dataset metrics
From the edit view of any narrative, you can add a plot by selecting the Raw metric content type in the content dropdown.
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This will open up an input section for you to specify the metric.
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Raw metric inputs
Inputs
Input Type | Description |
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Header | Include a header for your metric |
Title | Control the title right below the header |
Value | Specify the value of the number you want to show in your dataset metric. To make this number dynamic, use a field. |
Description | Specify a description for your metric |
Dataset + Group | Select the Dataset and Group from which your dataset was defined. This will create a link to the underlying dataset so that your reader can easily refer to the source data and definition. |
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Updated almost 3 years ago