Making Global Maps
Step 1: Connect data to Tableau Public.
• Load sample data file by clicking on “Microsoft Excel” in the Connect panel within the Tableau Public home screen.
• Select the file named “Global Map_overweight no data_GNR.xlsx” downloaded above.
Step 2: Assign data.
• Click on the worksheet tab at the bottom of the screen. You will build your data visualization within this worksheet.
• In the Dimensions section, drag “Country” to the middle of the worksheet. In the Marks section, click the down arrow next to the default “Automatic” setting and select “Map.”
• In the Dimensions section, drag “Income” to the “Color” button and “Year of last estimate” to the “Label” button in the Marks section.
• In the Measures section, drag “Last estimate” to the “Label” button in the Marks section.
Step 3: Hide Labels.
• To hide labels, click on the “Labels” button in the Marks. Uncheck “Show mark labels.” Labels will still be visible if you hover your cursor!