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How to Change a Dashboard Parameter

📋 Overview
Dashboard parameters can be updated via Quick Settings. The step-by-step guide below covers in detail how this can be done.

📝 Step-by-Step Instructions​

1️⃣ Access Widget Menu​

Click the three dots (⋯) at the top right corner of the widget you want to update parameters for.

2️⃣ Select Quick Settings​

Choose 'Quick Settings' from the pop-up menu that appears.

3️⃣ Update Parameters​

Update a parameter by typing in a new value in the text input field.

⚠️ Note: If this is not possible, this query does not have any parameters that can be changed.

4️⃣ Configure Time Period​

Update the period the query applies to, if this is configured.

Choose Period Type:​

🔄 Dynamic Period

  • Choose the time frame (days, weeks, months) from the dropdown menu
  • Specify a value to accompany it
  • Example: "past 3 weeks"

📅 Static Period

  • Choose specific dates for start and end period
  • Use the date picker interface

5️⃣ Apply Changes​

Click 'Apply' to save your changes and update the widget.

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💡 Alternative Method​

[!TIP] Pro Tip: You can also update parameters through the widget's Configuration page.

How to access:

  1. Click the three dots on the top right corner
  2. Choose "Configuration"

The configuration page gives you access to all settings related to the widget, including the query which creates it.

🎯 Quick Reference​

StepActionDescription
1Menu AccessClick three dots (⋯) on widget
2Quick SettingsSelect from popup menu
3Update ParametersType new values in text fields
4Time PeriodChoose dynamic or static period
5ApplySave changes

❓ Troubleshooting​

[!WARNING] Can't see parameter fields?
This means the query doesn't have any configurable parameters.

[!INFO] Need more control?
Use the Configuration page for advanced settings and query editing.