Using Data Tables as Dashboard Variables

Create variables that use data tables to dynamically view dashboard data.

  1. In the SystemLink web application, navigate to Overview » Dashboards.
  2. Click and select the dashboard you want to edit a variable for.
  3. Click Dashboard settings.
  4. In the Variables tab, click New variable and give your variable a name.
  5. Expand the Type drop-down and select Text Box.
  6. Specify the data table ID as the default value
  7. Click Apply.
  8. Return to the dashboard.
    You can now reference the variable in panels that use the SystemLink Data Frames Data source by typing $ followed by the variable name.