Create Dashboards
A partner administrator or a client administrator can create and manage dashboards.
Note: A Dashboard is associated with the user and they can view a dashboard created by another user only if it has been shared with that particular user.
To create a dashboard:
- From Dashboard 2.0, click the hamburger menu.
- The My Dashboards slide-out screen that appears, click CREATE DASHBOARD.
- In the CREATE DASHBOARD pop-up, enter the below details:
Functionality | Description |
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To Collection | Select the name of the collection from the To Collection field. Notes:
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Name | Create a new collection and add dashboards to the collection. |
- Click CREATE.
Import Dashboard
Users can use the Import Dashboard to:
- Import a Dashboard.
- Upload a JSON file that can be used to instantiate a dashboard.
My Dashboard
My Dashboard presents both curated, pre-configured dashboards and user-created ones for partners and clients. Simply click the dashboard entry to view it. Curated dashboards will only appear if the associated integration is installed.
Room Mode
To start the room mode:
Click the ellipses (…) beside My Dashboard.
My Dashboard pop-up appears, select Start room mode.
Notes:
- This option displays a collection of dashboards in room mode with the ability to set the time duration for each dashboard.
- The default time for room mode is 15 seconds.
The Create Tile Page appears, you may create a tile or click NEXT.
Note: See Create Tile to know more on how to create a tile.
The room mode is enabled, allowing you to view all created dashboards in auto-play.
(Optional) You may click the Stop or Play option beside the Next Option to Pause and Start the auto-mode.
(Optional) Click the down arrow to view the rotational cycle, you may select:
- 15 seconds
- 30 seconds
- 45 seconds
- 1 minute
- 5 minutes
- End room mode
Note: End room mode view will return to the last viewed dashboard.
Dashboard Options
In My Dashboard, users have the option to Move, Rename, and Remove dashboards under the following conditions:
- The user is the creator of the dashboard.
- The dashboard has been shared with the user, and the user possesses administrative privileges.
Below are the options that you may perform using the Dashboard Options:
Functionality | Description |
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Set Default Dashboard | This feature allows you to designate a dashboard as the primary display upon visiting the main Dashboard 2.0 page. This default view can be set at the user, client, or partner level. To establish the default dashboard, follow these steps:
Notes:
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Remove As Default Dashboard | This feature enables users to remove the default dashboard. |
Copy | This function duplicates a dashboard into the specified collection. Each dashboard must have a unique name. |
Share | This function allows you to share the dashboard with a Specific Role or with All Users. Notes:
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Move | This action relocates the selected dashboard to a designated collection. |
Export | Export the dashboard as a JSON file, which can later be imported using the Import Dashboard menu option. |
Rename | This option allows you to change the name of the dashboard. |
Remove | Removes the dashboard. |
Filters
Filter Type | Description |
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filter on time range | Select a time range to filter the start time and end time for displaying metric data. Select pre-defined time intervals or use the date time-picker. |
filter on variables | Assign a named variable to the value of an attribute to toggle between series to display. Note: See Variable Filters for more details. |
Create Tiles
To create a tile:
Click the CREATE TILE icon or click + from the toolbar. The ADD TILE screen is displayed.
Select the required tile.
Note: See Introduction to Tiles for more details on how to create the individual tiles.
Dashboard Duration
The Last Hour option allows you to select a duration for which the dashboard data must be displayed. The Last Hour is set as the default even though the account credentials are the same.
To select the duration:
Click the Last Hour to select the duration for which the data needs to be retrieved. The duration can be selected for
- Last Hour
- Last 4 Hours
- Last 8 Hours
- Last 24 Hours
- Last 7 Days
- Last 15 Days
- Last 30 Days
- Month to Date
Drag to select a range of days along with the time.
You can select a different duration for each dashboard.
Collections
Collections are designed to streamline and organize dashboards within your OpsRamp environment. They provide a way to group related dashboards, making it easier to access and manage them collectively. A dashboard collection allows you to group multiple dashboards into a single, organized set. By consolidating dashboards into collections, you can:
- Group dashboards that are related by function, project, or team, making it easier to locate and manage them.
- Access multiple dashboards simultaneously through a single collection, saving time and reducing the need for repetitive navigation.
- Share a collection of dashboards with other users or teams, ensuring that all relevant stakeholders have access to the necessary information.
Create a Collection
You can create a collection to organize multiple dashboards into a single, easily accessible group. This helps in streamlining your dashboard management.
Prerequisites
Ensure you have the necessary permissions to create and manage collections.
- Access your OpsRamp account using your credentials.
- In My Dashboard menu, click CREATE COLLECTION.
- Enter the name of the collection.
- Click Create. You can see that the collection has been created and added to the list below. You can now move the exisiting dashboards to the collection.
Share your Collection
Sharing a Dashboard Collection enables you to collaborate with others by granting access to the grouped dashboards.
Prerequisites
Ensure you have the necessary permissions to share a collection.
- Hover over the collection you want to share.
- Click the More Dashboard Options menu and select Share. The Share Collection dialog box opens.
- Select the Partner Roles and Client to whom you want to share the collection. You can multiple clients at a time.
- Click Share. You will see the confirmation message Dashboard Shared Roles Updated confirming that the collection is shared. Also, a shared icon appears against the collection indicating that the collection is shared with others.
Similarly, you can share the individual dashboards from the collection. In this case, only the shared dashboards are shown as shared and collection remains unshared.