Float Field Freedom: Format Any Number Any Way
Cathy Young Cathy Young

Float Field Freedom: Format Any Number Any Way

Have you ever been here? Your audience wants you to transform a float field into a dozen different outputs. You might wonder, "Can I do it?" The answer is a resounding "Yes, I can!" I'll show you how to take that one humble float value and magically morph it into a sleek text string (like "N/A" or a dash), a distinctive checkmark symbol, a precise one-decimal display, a clean integer, a dynamic percentage, or even handle the tricky business of rounding – sometimes up, sometimes down (yes, even for those critical SLAs!).

No matter how wild the request, consider it done.

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Titles, Labels, Annotations, & Headings
Cathy Young Cathy Young

Titles, Labels, Annotations, & Headings

Master Tableau Mark Labels to display data directly on your marks, customize Titles with field data and avoid “All”, understand Headings in tables and add headings for Text tile fields. 

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Tired of Endless Clicking Through Filters on Your Dashboard?
Cathy Young Cathy Young

Tired of Endless Clicking Through Filters on Your Dashboard?

Discover how to implement "Apply Filters" and "Reset Filters" buttons using a smart technique involving worksheet actions. This simple addition will dramatically improve user experience, saving time and reducing frustration when analyzing your data. It is ideal for #tableau creators and anyone passionate about effective #datavisualization.

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