Tableau Level of Detail (LOD) Calculations: FIXED, INCLUDE, and EXCLUDE Made Easy

Learn the fundamentals of Level of Detail (LOD) calculations in Tableau. This beginner-friendly tutorial breaks down FIXED, INCLUDE, and EXCLUDE LODs with clear explanations and real-world examples. Using whiteboard animation, this video simplifies complex LOD concepts, making them easier to understand and helping you apply LODs to enhance your data analysis,

Topics:
✅ What are LOD calculations? – Understand their purpose, structure, and impact on data granularity.
✅ How to use FIXED in Tableau – Create totals that stay consistent regardless of filters.
✅ How to use INCLUDE – Add flexibility to calculations for more detailed insights.
✅ How to use EXCLUDE – Remove dimensions to focus on broader trends.
✅ How to combine LODs – Layer multiple calculations for deeper analysis.
✅ Common LOD errors and troubleshooting – Tips for debugging and ensuring accuracy.

You’ll see practical demonstrations using Tableau’s Superstore dataset and learn how to apply LOD calculations in real-world scenarios—including calculating unique counts, percentages of totals, and analyzing data at multiple levels.

0:00 - Intro
0:18 - What Are Level of Detail (LOD) Calculations?
1:28 - Three Types of LODs Explained
1:53 - Breaking Down LOD Structure
2:45 - FIXED Example
4:28 - Using Multiple Dimensions in LODs
5:35 - INCLUDE Example
7:53 - EXCLUDE Example
9:31 - Combining LOD Calculations for Advanced Insights
10:21 - Troubleshooting LOD Errors & Fixes

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