Linking to data from a data set, data cube, or report item
Generally, you define a data set or data cube using the Data Explorer before you start building a chart. Performing these tasks in the Data Explorer is a best practice because it gives you optimal control and performance. After setting up the data, open the chart builder and select the chart type, as you did in the tutorial in Using a Chart. Now you are ready to link data to the chart.
To use data from an existing data set, data cube, or report item, place a chart element anywhere in a report, and select Use Data from. Select from the list, as shown in
Figure 16‑3.
Figure 16‑3 Using data from a data set, cube, or report item
If existing data sets and data cubes do not supply the data values that you need, and you do not want to exit the chart builder and start over, select the option to create a new data set or data cube. Use any of the existing data sources connected to your report.
