Understanding Data Types in Zendesk Explore Formulas
What are the different data types used in Zendesk Explore formulas?
Zendesk Explore formulas utilize several data types to ensure accurate data manipulation and analysis. These data types include Number, Text, Boolean, Timestamp, Array, and Null.
Each data type serves a specific purpose. For instance, Numbers are used for metrics and numeric attributes, while Text is used for most attributes and values enclosed in quotation marks. Boolean data types are for attributes with true or false values, and Timestamps are for date and time attributes. Arrays are used in multi-value functions, and Null is reserved for null values. Understanding these data types is crucial for constructing effective formulas in Explore. For more details, check out theoriginal documentation.
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