Lambdatest Analytics - Customizing Your Dashboard with the New Widget Management Feature
Introduction
Lambdatest Analytics is a powerful platform designed to provide custom analytics for test execution on cloud-based web and mobile platforms. As a software QA tester or manager, you can now further personalize your analytics experience with Edit Layout feature. This feature allows you to change the layout, resize, and reposition the widgets on your dashboard, providing an optimized view for your specific needs.
This technical support document will walk you through the steps to utilize this feature effectively.
Pre-Requisites
To use the new widget management feature in Lambdatest Analytics, ensure that you have the following:
- An active Lambdatest account
- Existing dashboards with widgets
Step by Step Process to Use the Feature
Follow these steps to utilize the new widget management feature in Lambdatest Analytics:
- Log in to your Lambdatest account.
- Go to Analytics section in the sidebar menu.
- Navigate to the dashboard you want to customize.
- Click the 'Edit' button located at the top-right corner of the dashboard to enter the edit mode.
- Perform the following actions to customize your widgets:
- Change the layout: Click and hold the widget's header, then drag and drop it to a new location within the dashboard.
- Resize the widgets: Hover over the bottom-right corner of the widget until the resize handle appears, click and drag to adjust the size.
- Change the position: Click and hold the widget's header, then drag and drop it to a new position in the grid layout.
- After making the desired changes, click the 'Save' button at the top-right corner of the dashboard to save your customizations.
Explaining the Features with Sample Use Cases
Use Case 1: Organizing widgets based on priority
As a QA Manager, you may want to organize your dashboard to display high-priority widgets at the top. Using the widget management feature, you can easily drag and drop widgets to rearrange them based on priority, making it easier to access and analyze important information quickly.
Use Case 2: Resizing widgets to optimize screen space
As a QA tester, you may have a variety of widgets displaying different types of data. Some widgets may require more screen space for better visibility. The widget management feature allows you to resize widgets, enabling you to allocate more screen space for critical data and less for less important information.
Use Case 3: Grouping similar widgets together
By grouping widgets with similar data or purpose, you can create a more organized and visually appealing dashboard. The widget management feature makes it easy to rearrange widgets, allowing you to group related widgets together for a more streamlined analysis.
Use Case 4: Creating multiple dashboards with different layouts
You may need to present your data to different stakeholders who have different preferences for data visualization. With the widget management feature, you can create multiple dashboards with unique layouts, catering to the individual preferences of each stakeholder.
Use Case 5: Optimizing dashboard for mobile devices
If you frequently access your dashboard on a mobile device, the widget management feature allows you to optimize the layout and size of widgets, ensuring that the dashboard is easily accessible and readable on a smaller screen.
5. FAQs
Q: Can I revert my dashboard to its previous state after making changes? A: Yes, you can revert to the previous state by clicking the 'Cancel' button during the edit mode. However, once you have saved the changes, there is no direct way to revert to the previous state.