Recall & Review
beginner
What does 'horizontal direction' mean in a dashboard layout?
Horizontal direction means arranging elements side by side from left to right, like books on a shelf.
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beginner
What is 'vertical direction' in data visualization layout?
Vertical direction means stacking elements from top to bottom, like floors in a building.
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intermediate
Why is choosing the right direction important in dashboard design?
Choosing the right direction helps users read and understand data easily, improving clarity and flow.
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intermediate
How does horizontal direction affect screen space usage?
Horizontal direction uses width more, good for wide screens but can cause scrolling if too many items.
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intermediate
When should you prefer vertical direction in a report?
Use vertical direction when you want to guide users down a story or when space width is limited.
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Which direction arranges dashboard elements side by side?
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Horizontal direction arranges items left to right, side by side.
What is a common use of vertical direction in dashboards?
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Vertical direction stacks elements from top to bottom.
Why might horizontal direction cause scrolling issues?
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Horizontal direction uses width, which can cause horizontal scrolling if too many items.
Which direction is better for guiding users through a story in a report?
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Vertical direction guides users down the page, good for storytelling.
In Figma, which layout direction arranges components from left to right?
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Horizontal layout arranges components side by side from left to right.
Explain the difference between horizontal and vertical direction in dashboard design.
Think about how items are placed side by side versus stacked.
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Describe when you would choose vertical direction over horizontal in a report layout.
Consider user reading flow and screen space.
You got /3 concepts.