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Charts in Dashboards

DevAssure dashboards provide a dynamic visualization platform through customizable charts.

Users can create, modify, and manage various chart types to gain actionable insights into test execution, performance metrics, and testing analytics.

Adding a Chart to a Dashboard​

Charts are essential components of dashboards, allowing users to visualize data in various formats.

To add a chart:

  • In your DevAssure account, go to the "Dashboard" section.

  • Select the dashboard where you want to add a chart.

  • Click on "Edit Dashboard", then select "Add Chart".

  • In the new chart window that opens select a data source (e.g., test execution results) for your chart. This could be a test execution result set, a performance report, or other relevant data.

  • Select the appropriate chart type from the available options:

    • Line Chart: For trend analysis
    • Bar Chart: For comparative analysis
    • Pie Chart: For distribution analysis
    • Area Chart: For cumulative trends
    • Metric Card: For key performance indicators
    • Column Chart: For categorical comparisons

  • Configure Chart Settings:

    • X-Axis: Define the x-axis variable (e.g., date, test name).
    • Y-Axis: Define the y-axis variable (e.g., test duration, pass rate).
    • Group By: Group data by specific categories (e.g., test type, environment).

  • Preview the chart, then save it to the dashboard layout.

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Editing a chart​

Charts added to a dashboard can be further customized to refine their appearance and data representation.

To Edit a Chart:

  • Select the dashboard in which a chart has to be edited.
  • Click on Edit Dashboard
  • Locate the chart you want to update and click the edit icon on the chart.
  • The Edit Chart window will appear with customization options.
  • Modify the chart type, data source, axes, or grouping as needed.
  • Once adjustments are made, click "Save" to update the chart on the dashboard.

Deleting a chart​

Removing unnecessary charts keeps your dashboard organized and focused.

  • Navigate to the dashboard containing the chart you want to delete.
  • Click on "Edit Dashboard".
  • Locate the chart you wish to delete and click the delete icon.
  • Confirm the deletion when prompted.

Duplicating a Chart​

Duplicating a chart is a quick way to reuse its configuration for similar data visualizations.

  • Go to the dashboard containing the chart you want to duplicate.
  • Click on "Edit Dashboard".
  • Locate the chart and click the duplicate icon.
  • A copy of the chart will be added to the end of the dashboard.
  • Edit the duplicated chart’s settings if needed to tailor it to a different dataset or visualization style.

By effectively managing charts in DevAssure dashboards, users can create powerful visual representations of their testing data, enabling comprehensive analysis and better decision-making.