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Use Flex Modes

9:24 minutes total learning time
This module takes you through working with Flex Modes in Phocas Analytics. Learn how to create filters, structure your data, compare results, and apply formatting to highlight key insights.

4 videos in this learning module

1

Compare data in a matrix in Flex Modes

1:37
2

Create a nested view in Flex Modes

1:54
3

Create an advanced filter in Flex Modes

3:31
4

Apply conditional formatting in Flex Modes

2:22
Compare data in a matrix in Flex Modes
Create a nested view in Flex Modes
Create an advanced filter in Flex Modes
Apply conditional formatting in Flex Modes

Compare data in a matrix in Flex Modes

Learn how to filter and pivot rows at the same time, letting you view two dimensions side by side in a matrix. This makes it easy to compare your data and quickly spot any differences.

 

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Create a nested view in Flex Modes

With the nest view feature in Flex Modes, you can add dimensions as levels in the grid, making your data easier to interpret. This lets you see how different items contribute to the overall results and build reports where you define the hierarchy of the data on display.

 

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Create an advanced filter in Flex Modes

Learn how to use the Advanced Filter to take your analysis further and answer more complex questions. It’s a powerful way to refine your search results and uncover deeper insights in your data.

 

Supporting documentation

Apply conditional formatting in Flex Modes

Learn how to use conditional formatting to quickly highlight key values in the grid. In Flex Modes, you can apply rules that change the text or background color based on cell values. It’s a great way to make trends and outliers stand out without needing to sort or filter. 

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