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Creating Formulas in Zendesk Explore

Learn how to create formulas in Zendesk Explore using metrics, attributes, and functions to analyze your data effectively.

How do I create a formula in Zendesk Explore?

Creating a formula in Zendesk Explore involves using metrics, attributes, and functions to define the data you want to analyze.

To start, open a report in Explore and access the calculations menu. Choose 'Standard calculated attribute' to open a new attribute window. Enter a name for your attribute and begin typing your formula. You can use functions like IF THEN ELSE to set conditions and actions. Replace placeholders with actual values, and once your formula is valid, save it. This new attribute can be used in any report that uses the same dataset.


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