Working with links
The link parameter in Looker is a way to create dynamic links to other Looker content and external websites. It takes the following arguments: a label, a URL, and an icon_url. You can use Liquid variables to make the link dynamic, based on the data in your Looker instance.
The link parameter can be used to create dynamic links in Looker dashboards. It is a powerful tool that can help you create a more engaging and informative experience for your users. The following are example use cases of the link parameter:
- Connect an executive dashboard to a detailed dashboard
- Add a link to an Explore from a Look or dashboard
- Link to a related page on the external web (e.g., a Salesforce page) from a value in a Look or dashboard
- Link to a related page in a different internal system (e.g., an internal application or intranet page) from a value in a Look or dashboard
- Create a custom drill path to explore a dimension or measure in more detail
