Tableau LODs: Breaking the Aggregation Barrier
LOD expressions allow calculations at a different granularity than the view. Mastering them is the bridge to becoming a Data Architect.
"An LOD expression is like a surgical tool for data." — Datta Sable
The FIXED LOD
A FIXED LOD calculates values for specific dimensions without reference to the view, perfect for cohort analysis. See our Dashboard UX Principles for design context.
{ FIXED [Customer Name] : MIN([Order Date]) }