4. Axis Configuration — Dynamic Text
In this step the single value column returned from the Compass record is connected to the widget. In Dynamic Text the X axis is not practically used; only the Y axis column (the value to display) is filled in.
Wizard route: /cartography/add/axisconfig
Prerequisite
A Compass record must be selected in Step 3 and the query result loaded.
1. Screen Layout
The left side contains the dropdowns; the right side shows a Data Preview table.
2. X Axis (Not Relevant)
Because Dynamic Text displays a single value, the X axis is not practically used. The form field is still visible:
| Field | Description | For Dynamic Text |
|---|---|---|
| X Axis Type | Usually left at the default (CategoryAxis) |
not relevant |
| X Axis Column | Any column can be selected | not relevant |
3. Y Axis (Value to Display) — Key Field
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Y Axis Type | NumericAxis (numeric value) |
| Y Axis Column | The value column that will be reflected on the card |
If Y Axis Column Is Left Empty
If this field is not filled, the Next button gives a warning: "Please select a Y axis column".
Numeric vs Text Value
Y Axis Column accepts both numeric and text columns. For numeric values, a format string ({value}%, {value} USD) is applied in Step 7; for text values the format stays Default.
4. Data Preview Verification
The Data Preview on the right shows the first row returned by the record. Verify:
- Does the query return a single row? (if more than one, the first is used)
- Is the Y column value what you expected?
- Is it numeric or a string?
Test Recommendation
Go back to Compass and verify the record result. The daily_production column should return what you expect (e.g., 1245); otherwise Dynamic Text will write the wrong value on the card.
5. Confirmation
When you click the Next button at the top right, the axis assignment is validated.
6. Next Step
5 and 6 Are Skipped
For Dynamic Text, Step 5 (Series Design) and Step 6 (Add Series) are skipped. You go directly to 7. General Design where the format string and visual settings are configured.