Which action should a Data Analyst use to allow users to select different measures on a chart in a dashboard?

Using a parameter allows users to dynamically select different measures on a chart within a dashboard. This functionality is crucial for interactivity, as it lets users engage with the data by choosing which measure they want to explore or visualize. A parameter acts as a placeholder for a single value, enabling the addition of interactive controls—such as dropdown menus or sliders—to the dashboard.

When a parameter is used in a formula or a calculated field, it allows for real-time updates to the visuals based on the user’s selections, making the dashboard more versatile and tailored to the user’s needs. For example, a parameter could allow users to switch between sales, profit, or quantity to view these different measures on the same chart without creating separate sheets for each measure.

While filters, highlights, and sets are all useful for data exploration, they serve different purposes; filters restrict the data displayed, highlights focus attention on selected data points, and sets create groups based on specific criteria. In contrast, parameters provide a more flexible option for allowing users to select which measure they want to visualize, thereby enhancing the interactive capabilities of the dashboard.