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, horizontal, stack, and prompt containers group objects within a section. Containers can hold more content than what fits on the screen. A horizontal or vertical container has a scrollable space, and a stack container displays objects as if they were in a slide deck. Designers and viewers can use the scroll bar or control bar in the report to see additional content. Prompt containers are used to group prompt controls.