What are the various types of total calculations available for analysis in Tableau?

 In Tableau, there are several types of total calculations that you can use for analysis:

1.Row Totals:

 These totals are calculated across individual rows of data. They represent the sum, average, minimum, or maximum of values within each row.

2.Column Totals:

 Column totals are calculated for each column or field in your visualization. They provide an aggregated value for the entire column, such as the sum, average, minimum, or maximum of all values in that column.

3.Grand Totals: 

Grand totals provide a summary value for the entire visualization or worksheet. They can be displayed as the sum, average, minimum, or maximum of all values in the visualization, regardless of the level of detail.

4.Subtotals:

 Subtotals are intermediate totals that are calculated within specific groups or categories in your data. They allow you to see the total for a subset of the data, such as the sum, average, minimum, or maximum for each group.

5.Ad-hoc Totals:

 Ad-hoc totals are user-defined totals that you can create by selecting specific data points or dimensions in your visualization. They allow you to calculate totals for a custom selection of data.

6.Percent of Total:

 This type of total calculation expresses each data point as a percentage of the total for a specified field or column. It helps you understand the relative contribution of each data point to the total.

7.Running Total:

 Running totals are cumulative totals that accumulate as you move through the data in a specified order, such as by date or category. They provide insight into how values accumulate over time or within a category.

8.Quick Table Calculation:

 Tableau offers various quick table calculations that allow you to create custom totals and aggregations on the fly. These include calculations like percent difference, moving average, and rank.

9.Custom Totals: 

You can create custom calculations to define your own total calculations based on your specific analytical needs. This offers flexibility in calculating totals tailored to your analysis.

10.Reference Lines and Reference Bands: 

While not traditional totals, reference lines and bands can be added to your visualizations to indicate a specific value or range of values that can aid in analysis. These are often used for comparative purposes.

These various types of total calculations in Tableau enable you to perform a wide range of analytical tasks, from basic summarization to more complex calculations that help you gain insights from your data. Depending on your specific use case and the level of detail you need, you can choose the appropriate type of total calculation to enhance your data analysis