Tableau Dashboard Extensions
In Chapter 8, Telling a Data Story with Dashboards, we observed that the Dashboard Extension object was one of many objects that can be added to a dashboard. Now we’ll consider the details of what an extension is, how to use extensions, and even how to create a dashboard extension.
What Is a Dashboard Extension?
A Tableau Dashboard Extension, also known simply as a Dashboard Extension, is a web application that integrates into a dashboard, providing extended capabilities beyond the built-in features of Tableau. Extensions can perform many functions on a dashboard, such as providing an interface for user input, rendering graphical feedback, and integrating external applications.
Whether you will simply be using extensions or are interested in developing your own, it is important to understand how dashboard extensions work. Obviously, if you will be developing extensions, you will need a deeper understanding! Take a moment to examine the...
