Viewing data
Tableau, by default, aggregates the data and shows the aggregation on the visualization, but it is useful to see the underlying data that is used for that visualization. Using this feature, the user can view data behind the visualization.
Getting ready
Let's use the sample file Sample – Coffee Chain (Access). Open a new worksheet and select Sample – Coffee Chain (Access) as the data source.
How to do it...
Once the data is loaded on the worksheet, follow these steps to create a simple table, and then view the data populating that table.
- Drag-and-drop Product from Dimensions into the Rows shelf.
- Drag-and-drop Profit from Measures into the Text box under the Marks pane.
- Hit Ctrl + A on the keyboard to select all the data or the totaled Profit ...
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