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Reporting on Level 3 Fields in Nested Drop-Downs

Discover how to report on Level 3 fields in nested drop-down lists using calculated attributes in Zendesk Explore.

How do I report on Level 3 fields in a nested drop-down list?

To report on Level 3 fields, create a standard calculated attribute called 'List level three'. Use the formulaREGEXP_EXTRACT([YourFieldName],"(?<=^[^:]*::[^:]*::)([^:]*)"). This extracts the text from the second '::' to the end of the string, allowing you to focus on the third level of your nested drop-down list.


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How can I extract Level 2 fields from a nested drop-down list in Zendesk Explore?

To extract Level 2 fields from a nested drop-down list, create a standard calculated attribute named 'List level two'. Use the formulaREGEXP_EXTRACT([YourFieldName],"(?<=^[^:]*::)([^:]*)"). This formula captures the text between the first and…

Can I report on more than three levels in a nested drop-down list?

Yes, you can report on more than three levels in a nested drop-down list by extending the formula used for Level 3. For each additional level, adjust the formula to capture the desired section of the string. For example, for Level 4, use…

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