1.What is a difference between dimension and measure?
Ans:-In Tableau, dimensions and measures are fundamental concepts that help organize and
analyze data. Here’s a breakdown of their differences:
Dimensions
1. Definition: Dimensions are categorical fields used to slice and categorize data. They
typically represent qualitative data.
2. Data Type: Examples include names, dates, categories, or geographical data (e.g.,
country, city).
3. Aggregation: Dimensions are not aggregated; they provide context for the data and
define how it should be segmented.
4. Visualization Role: Often used for grouping data in rows or columns, they create the
structure of the visualization.
Measures
1. Definition: Measures are quantitative fields that represent numerical values and can be
aggregated. They typically represent continuous data.
2. Data Type: Examples include sales figures, profit margins, quantities, or any numerical
data.
3. Aggregation: Measures can be aggregated using functions like SUM, AVERAGE,
COUNT, etc.
4. Visualization Role: Used to provide values in the visualizations, such as the height of
bars in a bar chart or the size of points in a scatter plot.
Summary
In summary, dimensions categorize and define the structure of the data, while measures provide
the numerical values that can be analyzed and aggregated. This distinction is crucial for
effective data visualization in Tableau.
2.How to change datatype at sheet level or data pane?
Ans:-In Tableau, you can change the data type of a field at both the sheet level and in the data
pane. Here’s how to do it in each case:
Changing Data Type in the Data Pane
1. Open the Data Pane: In Tableau, locate the Data pane on the left side of the workspace.
2. Right-click the Field: Find the field whose data type you want to change. Right-click (or
Control-click on Mac) on the field.
3. Select "Change Data Type": From the context menu, hover over "Change Data Type."
A submenu will appear with different data type options (e.g., String, Date, Date & Time,
Number, Boolean).
4. Choose the Desired Data Type: Click on the desired data type to change it.
Changing Data Type in a Sheet
1. Open a Sheet: Navigate to the sheet where you want to change the data type.
2. Locate the Field in the View: Find the field in the Rows, Columns, or Marks card.
3. Right-click the Field: Right-click (or Control-click on Mac) on the field.
4. Select "Change Data Type": Similar to the data pane, select "Change Data Type" and
choose the desired type from the submenu.
Notes
● Impact: Changing the data type affects how Tableau interprets the data for visualizations
and calculations. Make sure the new data type is appropriate for the data in that field.
● Undo Changes: If you make a mistake, you can always revert the change by following
the same steps and selecting the original data type.
By following these steps, you can easily adjust the data types as needed for your analysis in
Tableau.
