Static Widget
The Static Widget feature allows you to embed non-data-driven content directly onto your dashboard canvas.
These widgets remain constant regardless of the time period or filters applied, making them essential for providing context, instructions, and visual clarity to your data reports.
What are Static Widgets?
Static Widgets are fixed elements used to convey information that does not change based on real-time data or reporting periods.
They transform a purely data-driven report into a comprehensive communication tool.
- Fixed Content: Their content remains static; they do not require a data source integration to function.
- Contextualization: They are used to add explanatory notes, disclaimers, definitions of metrics, or links to external resources.
- Visual Enhancement: They can contain images, logos, or separators to improve the aesthetic layout and readability of the dashboard.
Types of Static Content
WhatsDash Static Widgets support several types of fixed content:
| Content Type | Purpose | Example Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Header | Adding headings in the dashboard. | Text distinguishing various sections of the dashboard for easier and better segmentation of the dashboard. |
| Comments | Adding detailed explanatory notes, disclaimers, or metric definitions below widgets. | A note explaining the widget's data, a definition of an internal KPI, or key takeaways from widgets. |
| CSV | Adding static, manually entered data tables directly into the dashboard canvas. | A list of annual goals, target benchmarks, or manually tracked competitor data for quick reference. |
| Editable Number | Allowing users to manually input any number directly on the dashboard canvas. | Tracking a manually entered budget, a forecast target number, or an offline sales figure. |
How Static Widgets Work
Follow these simple steps to add fixed content and context to your dashboard:
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Start Building (Edit Mode):
1.Once the dashboard is created from the Dashboard Page, you will automatically land in the blank dashboard in Edit Mode.
2.For adding widgets, you can choose from Preset Widget, Custom Widget, Static Widget, and Custom Metrics Widgets from the right side of the screen.
3.In Edit Mode, click the 'Static Widget' option.
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Select Static Widget Option:
1.On clicking the 'Static Widget' option on the right side of the screen, a list of static content types are displayed.
2.Select the type of content you wish to add.A 'Create New Widget' screen appears for you to enter the appropriate text for the static widget.
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Place on Canvas:
1.Once configured, the static widget is placed on the canvas.
2.You can resize and drag it to your desired position — just like any other widget.