Antichaos
Data Visualisation, Tableau & Data Services
Ever got a Tableau workbook with shapes you want to re-use, but weren’t able to because you didn’t have the original files?
You can extract the files from the workbook! Either by hand opening the source code, or using my small Python script.
[Read more…] about Extract custom shapes from Tableau workbookIn the endless pursuit of creating better charts, let’s look at the line-chart. Probably the most used chart of all times, since it often shows a metric (sales, quantity, temperature, …) over time.
I already discussed focusing on what is important in the article on “betters ways to compare years“. But how can we improve the default, remove distractions and focus more on the data? Let’s look at some simple steps you should do every time you create a line chart – and finish with a less common but visually pleasing ‘advanced’ one!
[part of the ‘Datafam London 2024 – Deepcleaning your dashboard’ series]
[Read more…] about Better Line-chartsSimilar to titles on small multiples, showing title only in the axis on multiple-measure charts is not user friendly. The visuals distance between title and the data is too large, and vertical text is never easy to read:
Let’s look at an easy ways to enhance the labels for better clarity and user experience.
[part of the ‘Datafam London 2024 – Deepcleaning your dashboard’ series]
[Read more…] about Better Titles on Multiple Measure PanesTableau User Group Session: Insights, Fun, and Community Spirit!
What happens when you bring together passionate data enthusiasts, a relaxed atmosphere, great food, and a shared love for Tableau? You get an amazing Netherlands Tableau User Group (NLTUG) session on March 4th 2025!
[Read more…] about Netherlands Tableau Usergroup March 2025 @ Nextview AmsterdamSmall multiples charts (also known as trellis charts or panel charts) are a great way to visualize trends across different categories while maintaining consistency. They display multiple variations of the same chart, often sharing a common axis, which allows for easier comparison across groups.
While effective, these charts can suffer from poor readability if titles are not thoughtfully applied. Let’s look at some ways to enhance labels for better clarity and user experience.
[Read more…] about Improve Titles on Small Multiples