Create a Reference Line

This applies to: Visual Data Discovery

You can add multiple reference lines to a visual.

To create a reference line on a visual:

  1. Access the Rulers sidebar for the visual. See The Rulers Sidebar.

  2. In the Reference Lines section of the sidebar, select add icon to start a new reference line definition.

  3. Fill in the following fields for the reference line as needed:

    • Title - Specify the name for the line. The default name of the line is Reference line #.
    • Position - By default, the reference line is added to the middle of the visible axis. You can specify a different position on the axis by either entering a specific number value. The reference line changes its position depending on your input.
    • Color - Select the desired color for the line.
    • Width - Specify the line’s thickness: enter a specific value or use the slider.
    • Line type - Select from the following types: Solid, Dashed, or Dotted.

  4. Select Apply to apply the reference line to the visual.