How to use Tableau for beginner?

Using Tableau as a beginner can seem daunting at first, but with a structured approach and some practice, you can quickly get the hang of it. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to use Tableau as a beginner:

Install and Launch Tableau

Download and install Tableau Desktop if you haven't already. You can start with a free trial or use Tableau Public if you're looking for a free option.

Connect to Data

Open Tableau and click on "Connect to Data" on the start page.

Choose your data source, which can be a file (Excel, CSV, etc.), a database, or a web data connector.

Follow the prompts to connect to your data source.

Explore Your Data

Once connected, Tableau training It will show a preview of your data. Explore the data source tab to understand your dataset's structure.

Drag and Drop Dimensions and Measures

In Tableau, data is typically divided into dimensions (categorical) and measures (quantitative). Drag dimensions and measures onto the Columns and Rows shelves to start building a basic visualization.

Create a Simple Visualization

To create your first visualization, you can start with something basic like a bar chart or a scatter plot.

Drag a dimension to Rows and a measure to Columns, or vice versa, depending on the type of chart you want.

Customize your visualization using the Marks card on the left side of the screen. You can change colors, labels, and other formatting options.

Add Filters

To add interactivity to your visualization, you can create filters. Drag a dimension to the Filters shelf, and a filter control will appear.