This extension allows you to add dynamic parameter capabilities to a Tableau dashboard.
Download and install the Extensions API version of Tableau Desktop from the Tableau Extensions API Developer Preview site. Under Resources, click Extensions API Software Downloads.
Current version: 18.0411.1540
Download the Dynamic Parameter manifest file.
- Create an open input (All) parameter with a data type matching the field you want to use to populate it
- Drag in a new Extension object to your dashboard
- Find the manifest (.trex) file you downloaded above
- Select the parameter you created above for the extension to manipulate
- Select the data source that holds the field you want to base your parameter on (if only one data source present, the extension will auto select it)
- Select the field you want to base your parameter on
- Optional: If you want your parameter to only contain relevant values, check the box and select the worksheet that has the filters you want to affect the dynamic parameter
- Click 'Add dynamic parameter'