Dashboard Widgets
What are Dashboards Widgets and what are they for?
Dashboards Widgets are the main components of Birdie's Custom Dashboards. They function as building blocks that allow you to display data in different formats, organizing information in a visual and intuitive way. With widgets, you can transform raw data into understandable visualizations that facilitate analysis and strategic decision-making.
Available types of Widgets
Birdie offers four main types of widgets to meet different visualization needs:
Text Blocks: Used to contextualize information and highlight insights;
Ideal for notes, explanations, and methodological guidance;
Useful for complementing charts and metrics with interpretations.
Charts (Line, Bar, Stacked Bar): Display data visually to facilitate quick interpretations;
Show trends over time;
Compare different data categories;
Facilitate pattern identification.
Number: Highlight key metrics in a compact format;
Ideal for KPIs and performance indicators;
Facilitate quick and continuous monitoring.
Table: Present structured data for detailed analysis.
Facilitate granular analysis;
Allow sorting and filtering for advanced exploration.
Custom Table: Present structured data that can be customized for detailed analysis.
Can mix up several metrics;
Facilitate granular analysis;
Allow sorting and filtering for advanced exploration.
Prompt: Skye agent answers for textual insights.
Natural language prompts;
Allow two contexts to ease crossing data.
Widget Configuration
For each widget added to your dashboard, you can personalize:
Title: A clear title that indicates the content or purpose of the widget;
Subtitle (optional): A brief explanation to provide additional context;
Filters: Applying relevant filters is essential to customize the displayed data.
Best Practices
Use descriptive names that clearly reflect the widget's content;
Combine different types of widgets for a complete view of your data;
Apply specific filters to personalize the information displayed;
Use text blocks to contextualize charts and numbers;
Keep it simple - don't overload the dashboard with too many widgets.
Common Questions
Can I move widgets in the dashboard after creating them? → Yes, you can reorganize widgets by dragging them to new positions.
How many widgets can I add to a dashboard? → There is no specific limit, but we recommend focusing on the most important ones for better usability.
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