Google has introduced a new feature in Looker Studio that allows users to apply single color conditional formatting to collapsed pivot table charts, enhancing data visualization capabilities.
Key Features:
Expanded Formatting Options:
- Single color conditional formatting now available for collapsed pivot tables.
Flexible Comparison Rules:
- Users can create rules based on metric values, row dimensions, column dimensions, or any value in the chart.
Customizable Conditions:
- Various comparison options available, including "Contains," "Equal to," and "Empty."
Collapse-Aware Formatting:
- Option to apply formatting when pivot tables are in a collapsed state.
Enhanced Data Exploration:
- Supports the existing expand-collapse functionality, allowing viewers to adjust detail levels.
Implementation Process:
- Accessible through the Properties panel in the Style tab.
- Users can define rules, select comparison types, and choose colors for formatting.
This update provides Looker Studio users with more advanced tools for highlighting important data points in pivot tables, even when the tables are in a condensed view. It enhances the platform's ability to present both summary and detailed information efficiently within a single chart.
