Chapter 8 Tableau

What is the goal once your data has been prepared for analysis?

The goal is to construct a clear and effective data narrative.

What two mechanisms in Tableau support strong visual data stories?

Dashboards and story points.

What should you consider when designing dashboards or story points?

You should consider sizing

What Tableau feature helps ensure your design appears correctly on different devices?

The Device Preview feature.

When is a single visual enough for storytelling?

A single visual is enough when it is enhanced with rich tooltips or annotations.

How can Tableau visuals be used outside Tableau?

They can be exported as static visuals for use in presentation software.

What is a dashboard in Tableau?

A dashboard is a collection of several worksheets displayed on a single screen.

What is the purpose of a storytelling dashboard?

Its purpose is to weave together a series of visuals that support a narrative flow.

What characteristics make up a storytelling dashboard?

Descriptive titles

What approach helps create visual hierarchy in dashboards?

The four quadrant approach.

Where should the most important visualization be placed in the four quadrant approach?

In the top left quadrant.

Where should the second most important visualization be placed in the four quadrant approach?

In the top right quadrant.

Where should neutral or less important visuals be placed?

In the bottom left quadrant.

Where is a good place to put maps in a dashboard and why?

In the bottom right quadrant because they are easy to read and offer lower analytical weight.

What are story points in Tableau?

Story points are a feature that allows presenters to highlight insights using click through sequences.

How do Tableau story points differ from PowerPoint slides?

Story points remain interactive and update automatically as data updates.

What is the most important step when planning a data story?

Defining your purpose.

What does the plot represent in a data story?

The plot represents the purpose

Who are the characters in a data story?

The data is the main character and filters

Why is understanding your audience important?

It ensures your narrative aligns with what your audience needs and expects.

What should you consider as you begin storyboarding?

Order

What is the role of curation in data storytelling?

Curation simplifies visuals to make them more intuitive

Can a story be built from one visualization or multiple?

It can be built from one visualization in multiple views or from a series of different visuals.

What narrative structure do many people find effective for visual data stories?

The three act structure.