How can I create a Canvas in IntelliFront BI?

This article will guide IntelliFront BI Users and Administrators to create a Canvas. A Canvas is a great way to view multiple Dashboards and KPIs at the same time.

Canvases - Reporting

• Go to Worskshop and select Reporting. In Reporting, select Canvases.

• Or select Canvases from the card on the home screen.

• Click New Canvas.

• Add Name: Give the Canvas a unique name.
• Click the checkmark next to the name to save the name and to begin creating the Canvas.
• Description: Descriptions are optional but they can be used to explain what the dashboard shows.
• Groups: Use groups to determine which groups of people have access to which dashboard.

Add KPIs

• A list of available KPIs will be displayed.
• Use the search bar to search for KPIs.
• To select a KPI for a Canvas simply drag and drop the desired KPI to the right-hand side of the screen or click (+) next to the KPI.

Add Dashboards

• A list of available Dashboards will also be shown.
• Use the search bar to search for Dashboards.
• Dashboards with a blue icon are creating in the Dashboard section.
• Dashboards with a yellow icon are added in the Power BI section. 
• To select a Dashboard for a Canvas simply drag and drop the desired Dashboard to the right-hand side of the screen or click (+) next to the Dashboard.

• To remove a chosen KPI or Dashboard click on the bin icon on each item you want to remove.
• Once the KPIs and the Dashboards have been chosen you may assign Groups to each Canvas.
• Click Save.

• The Canvas will be displayed on the home screen.
• If you have more than one Canvas but would like to have a particular one shown as a default use the 'Star' to make it a favorite.