Date

Use the date variable in reports with date dimensions to select a single date.

1. Configuration

This section outlines configurations specific to date variables.

1.1. Value: Assign a default value for the date variable.

2. Examples

2.1. Filter data

When you have date dimensions in your reports, you can use date variables to create dynamic filters.

STEP 1: Create a date variable with the configuration shown below.

STEP 2: Create an Inforiver filter that references the technical name of the date variable.

STEP 3: Select dates from the variable to instantly filter your data.

2.2. Set a date in the header

STEP 1: Create a date variable with the configuration shown below.

STEP 2: Insert the variable in the header by navigating to the Header&Footer ribbon > Insert > Variables.

STEP 3: Users can instantly set a date in the report header by just selecting it from the variable. The header does not have to be edited each time.