Simplify Creation of Scatterplot Matrix
Tools like R provide the ability to quickly create a scatterplot matrix with a simple plot function over an entire
data set. This creates a matrix of scatterplots that show the correlations between the various measures in the
data set. For example, here is one using the "quakes" data set in R:
The only way I am currently aware of doing this is in Tableau is by dragging each individual measure on to the
row and column shelves and using the Shape or Circle Mark Type.
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Simplify Creation of Scatterplot Matrix
One possible way to simplify this process could be by producing a scatterplot matrix when we drag the
"Measure Values" on to the row and column shelves, and unchecking "Aggregate Measures".
This feature will be useful in providing a quick snapshot of
the relationships between the various measures especially during initial exploration of the data.
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