Types of metrics

The many different metrics in companies are best presented in different ways.

You can choose between 3 types of metrics, each of which have several display options.

Series metrics 📶

Data trends or comparisons, visualized as pie, bar, horizontal bar, line charts, or tables

Number metrics 🔢

Single values with optional targets, shown as gauges or simple numbers

Comparison metrics 🔁

Compare two numbers, highlighting improvements or decrements

Visualization Tip: Choose the right chart type to make your data easy to understand at a glance. Consider your audience and the story you want your data to tell.

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