Heat Map

The Heat Map displays categorical dimensions by a combination of size (for example, volume of stock trading) and perceived value (whether the stock gained or lost value).

Inserting a New Heat Map

1. In the Author Ribbon, click on the "Add New Chart" button (under Pick Charts) and click Heat Map.

2. If the Data Configuration form is not already showing, click the configuration button to open the Data Configuration window. If the Data Table shown is not the one you want, use the drop-down list to select the right one.

3. Select a data designation field from the Field menu.

4. Optionally, you can select a detail field, glyph size and/or color by parameters from the applicable pulldown list.

5. Click OK. The heat map displays.

See also:

• Heat Map Toolbar
• Heat Map Chart
• Visual Discovery