Use the Lassos to select multiple items at once and then perform a configured action on those selected items in one move! The lasso tools are typically useful for making contiguous selections, since it allows you to "lasso" a set of data points or members that fall within a simple rectangle, circle, or "free form" shape. Once selected, an action can be applied to all items either by virtue of the selected action in the Lasso configuration or on the right-click.
Lassoing Countries on a Map
You can use either lasso tool to pick multiple, typically contiguous, data points on the canvas. The action associated with the selector (select, focus, or classify) is performed automatically as soon you release your mouse, and, if you are using the Zoom Lasso, you jump to the selected items.
Lasso Types
Select Lassos
Select Lassos allow you to select data points or members and select them, focus on them, or classify them as being "in" a group. The Select Lasso is available for all visualization types.
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Zoom Lassos
Zoom Lassos allow you to select data points or members but, as well as your selected action (select, focus, or classify), they also allow you to zoom in on the selected items.
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Related information
Where your visuals are Maps, Column Charts, Bar Charts, or Scatter Plots, you can typically use the Select or Zoom Lassos when you view your visuals at runtime as well.
Present Runtime
If you are viewing a visual in a presentation at runtime, the configurable Select and Zoom lassos are typically available from the Panel Tools when you hover over your visual. You can use the configuration to set your lasso shape (rectangle, circle, or "free form" shape) and to decide on the action you want to apply (Select the items inside your lassoed area, focus on them, interact, and even classify).
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Direct Link
If you are viewing a visual from a direct link (as a Viewer), the Select and Zoom lassos are available on your visual's canvas. You can select and zoom in on multiple shapes to explore your visual.
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