Looker Studio has rolled out several significant enhancements to improve data visualization and user experience across its platform.
Enhanced Data Preview Capabilities
Looker Studio now offers data preview functionality in the data source editor for multiple platforms including:
- Google BigQuery
- Google Sheets
- Looker
- Microsoft Excel
- CSV upload
Security Enhancements
The platform has implemented a new security feature that displays redirect notices when users interact with external links. This feature is being deployed gradually across the platform.
Improved Visualization Options
Funnel Chart Enhancements
Looker Studio introduced the Use proportional heights setting for inverted triangle funnels. This feature allows for better value representation through varied bar heights, with larger values displayed as taller bars and smaller values as shorter bars.
Scorecard Chart Updates
Users can now select between dimensions and metrics as primary fields in scorecard charts. The update includes additional functionality for sorting dimension values using different fields.
Data Source Management Improvements
The platform has enhanced its field management capabilities:
- Universal field removal options, extending beyond calculated fields
- Improved field hiding functionality
- Enhanced metadata protection for sensitive organizational information
These updates strengthen data governance while maintaining data accessibility within organizations.
