Dashboard Design

Overview

ToChart provides dashboard design functionality, allowing you to combine multiple charts into a unified visual dashboard. Dashboards let you intuitively display multiple related metrics for data analysis and decision-making.

Dashboard Design Workflow

1. Create a Dashboard

Click the “Dashboard Designer” icon in the left navigation bar
Click “New Dashboard” in the Resource Explorer
Enter a dashboard name
Click “OK” to create the dashboard

2. Add Charts

Drag existing charts from the Resource Explorer to the main editor area
Or click “New Chart” to create a new chart

3. Configure Layout

ToChart provides flexible layout configuration options:

Drag components to adjust position
Drag component borders to resize

4. Preview and Save

Real-time Preview: Preview dashboard effects during design
Save Dashboard: Click “Save” in the top toolbar to save your design
Preview Window: Click “Preview” in the top toolbar to open an independent preview window
Export Image: Click “Export” in the top toolbar to export the dashboard as PNG

Dashboard Design Tips

1. Layout Design Principles

Clear Hierarchy: Place important charts in prominent positions
Logical Organization: Organize charts by business logic
Appropriate Spacing: Avoid overcrowding the dashboard
Consistency: Maintain chart style and layout consistency

2. Data Display Best Practices

Highlight Key Metrics: Place key indicators at the dashboard’s core
Avoid Information Overload: Don’t include too many charts in one dashboard