Introduction

A typical Qlik Sense application should always follow the Dashboard Analysis Reporting (DAR) methodology. This methodology focuses on developing a dashboard sheet followed by an analysis sheet and then a reports sheet. The dashboard projects the high-level figures of the business; the analysis sheet gives more control to the end user to filter the data, while the reports sheet has the detailed information at a granular level.

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For more information on the DAR concept, visit https://community.qlik.com/blogs/qlikviewdesignblog/2013/11/08/dar-methodology.

While this concept can be easily implemented within the application, it is easy to forget the best design practices that help in making the applications more engaging for users. An optimal design will convey the right information to the right people at the right time. This will elevate the decision-making process within the organization.

This chapter focuses on some of the key concepts in data visualization that will help the users...