Heat map
The Heat Map component shows where survey respondents clicked on an image. It works with the Heatmap survey question type: the responses are plotted as colored data points over a background image, so you can see which areas of the image attracted the most interaction.
Heat Map components must be connected to a data source.
Properties
Section titled “Properties”- Name — enter a label for the component (optional). The label will not be visible in the dashboard; it is useful for identifying components quickly while laying out your dashboard.
- Chart Format — edit the title and subtitle shown on the component.
- Size — specify the component’s height and fill settings, and the Datapoint Radius (Small, Medium or Large; default Medium), which sets how large each data point appears on the image.
- Background Image — enter the web address of the image in Background Image Url. This should be the same image respondents clicked on in the survey.
By default, the heat map uses a four-color scale and the legend “User interactions per region”.
Frequently asked questions
Section titled “Frequently asked questions”Can heat maps connect to data explorations?
No. The Heat Map component connects to a data store only — it does not support data explorations.
What type of data does the Heat Map component use?
The Heat Map uses the Heatmap aggregation type, which works with responses to a Heatmap survey question. Each response is plotted on the background image, with a tooltip showing the number of interactions in each region.
Can I use a heat map to show data on a map of regions or countries?
No. The Heat Map is not a geographic map. It plots where respondents clicked on an image in a Heatmap question. To compare values across regions, use a column or bar chart instead.
How do I add a background image?
The background image isn’t uploaded in Dashboard Publisher. Enter the image’s web address (URL) in Background Image Url. The image must be available online, for example the same image used in the Heatmap survey question.