Widgets in SomaDB Dashboards

Widgets are the building blocks of SomaDB dashboards, providing different ways to visualize and interact with your data. Each widget type is designed for specific use cases and data visualization needs.

Widget Types

Chart Widgets

• Bar Charts: Compare values across categories
• Line Charts: Show trends over time
• Pie Charts: Display proportions and percentages
• Area Charts: Show cumulative data over time

Table Widgets

• Data Tables: Display detailed data with sorting and filtering
• Summary Tables: Show aggregated data and statistics
• Pivot Tables: Analyze data from multiple perspectives

Metric Widgets

• KPI Cards: Display key performance indicators
• Gauges: Show progress and completion status
• Counters: Display totals and counts
• Trend Indicators: Show changes over time

Map Widgets

• Geographic Maps: Display location-based data
• Heat Maps: Show data density and patterns
• Choropleth Maps: Display data by geographic regions

Text Widgets

• Text Blocks: Add descriptions and context
• Markdown: Rich text formatting and content
• HTML: Custom HTML content and styling

Key Features

• Interactive Elements: Click, filter, and drill down into data
• Real-time Updates: Data updates automatically
• Customizable Layouts: Arrange widgets to match your needs
• Export Options: Export data and images
• Responsive Design: Works on all device sizes

Best Practices

• Choose appropriate widget types for your data
• Keep dashboards focused and uncluttered
• Use consistent colors and styling
• Consider your audience and their needs
• Test dashboards on different devices

Next Steps

Learn how to create and configure different widget types to build effective dashboards for your data.