Comparison controller

The comparison controller is a tool that allows you to conduct period-over-period analysis within the data tables. It facilitates the addition of adjacent time periods for direct comparison, providing insights into trends and changes over time.

Features and functionality

Comparison controllers are only available for metrics.

By initiating a comparison, you can add immediately adjacent time periods for comparison.

Additional controls

Upon adding periods, more control options appear, including '-' and 'x'. The '-' controller is used to remove the last added period, while the 'x' controller closes the comparison entirely.

Visualization options

You have the option to include a comparison percentage with the immediately adjacent period, enhancing the visualization and understanding of data trends. This option is enabled by default.

Period limitations

There is no limit to the number of periods a user can compare, as long as data for those periods is available. This allows for extensive historical analysis.

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Using the controller

To initiate a comparison click the '+' button located in the controllers bar. This adds an immediately adjacent period for comparison.

Adding more periods

Continue clicking the '+' button to add additional periods as required, as long as data is available for those periods.

Removing the last period

To remove the last added comparison period, click the '-' button.

Closing comparisons

If you wish to end the period comparison, click the 'x' button.

Toggling comparison percentages

To view or hide comparison percentages with the immediately adjacent period, use the "show comparison percentages" toggle in the actions bar.