What are the data types supported in Tableau?

Question

Explain the various datatypes used in Tableau.

Answer 1

The most common data types supported in Tableau are:

• Number - Numbers are stored in the cells as an integer or floating point number. You can add a number to any cell with the Add Number tool.

• Date - Dates can be entered manually or imported from a file or from a URL. Date fields are automatically formatted by default. You can also change a date value's format using the Custom Format option on the Formatting toolbar.

• Boolean - Boolean values are true or false, and can be set directly in a cell or added as an indicator with the Set Indicator tool.

• String - Strings are text that you enter in a cell, such as "Sales", "Price" or "Count". You can also import text from Microsoft Excel by dragging and dropping text into your worksheet.

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