How to Create an Interactive Dashboard in 12 Minutes

📊Creating an overall structure is crucial for setting stakeholder expectations and managing the data displayed on the dashboard.

📈Inserting text boxes and linking them to the metrics in a pivot table allows for real-time data visualization.

📊Using charts, such as donut charts, can effectively illustrate completion rates for key metrics.

🎨Customizing the dashboard to match stakeholder preferences adds a personal touch and enhances user experience.

🔍Adding slicers creates an interactive component that allows users to filter pivot tables and charts with ease.

How long does it take to create an interactive dashboard?

—With the step-by-step guide in this video, you can create an interactive dashboard in just 12 minutes.

What are the benefits of using an interactive dashboard?

—An interactive dashboard allows for real-time data visualization and analysis, making it easier to understand and interpret complex data.

Can I customize the dashboard to match my preferences?

—Yes, you can customize the dashboard to match your preferences and meet the specific needs of your stakeholders.

How can I add charts to the dashboard?

—You can add charts to the dashboard by copying and pasting existing charts and updating the data sources.

What are slicers and how do they enhance the dashboard?

—Slicers are interactive buttons that allow users to filter pivot tables and charts, providing a personalized and dynamic viewing experience.

00:04The video introduces the topic of creating an interactive dashboard and sets the expectation for a 12-minute process.

00:22The first step is to create an overall structure for the dashboard, outlining what data and metrics will be displayed.

01:41Next, metrics are added to the dashboard by inserting text boxes and linking them to the metric values in a pivot table.

02:27Charts, such as donut charts, are used to visualize and highlight completion rates for key metrics.

04:49The dashboard is customized to match stakeholder preferences, improving its visual appeal and user experience.

07:31Slicers are added to the dashboard, allowing users to filter pivot tables and charts based on specific criteria.

10:58The video concludes by thanking the audience and offering the Excel file used in the tutorial.