Data Studio: How do I create a custom list that I can put on my display?
Topic
How create a data sheet as a source to use for a birthday list, welcome groups, games, etc.
Environment
- Product: Data Studio
- Component: Data source
- Control System: Venus Control Suite
Steps
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Creating the Excel file
Create a Microsoft Excel file to organize your data. Below are screenshots serving as examples for common applications.
It's recommended to use a separate tab for each subject.
Birthday
Individuals are listed row by row, while the columns may vary based on the information that needs to be displayed.
Welcome groups
Each group is placed on a separate row, with columns designated to include specific details pertaining to each group.
Games
This example offers data on forthcoming games. Games are listed row by row, and columns can be used to show further details for each game.
Connect the Excel file to Data Studio
Online file with Venus cloud hosted, see: Data Studio: How do I integrate with a cloud drive data source on a Venus cloud hosted system
Locally hosted file, see: Data Studio: How to use excel as a data source saved on local server
Once the source is connected, ensure it is configured to match your data sheet specifications.
- If the items are listed in rows, the Output By should be set to Row.
- It is advised to include headers.
Create the content for the display
Content mapped to the feed can be used to make data elements.
Content Studio: How do I create presentations with data elements?Data Studio: How do I integrate with a cloud drive data source on a Venus cloud hosted system
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