Anatomy of a Report

A report’s content can include the following types of objects:
  • Objects that display data or results, including tables, graphs, geo maps, gauges, and stored processes.
  • Objects that provide static content, including images (for example, a logo) and text (for example, a link to a web page).
  • Objects that enable viewers to interact with a report (these objects are called controls).
A report’s structure is provided by sections and containers:
  • Sections separate content onto different tabs or pages. Designers and viewers can see the contents of only one section at a time.
  • Vertical and horizontal containers group objects within a section. A container has a scrollable space, enabling the container to hold more content than what fits on the screen. Designers and viewers can scroll in the report to see additional content.