Semantic Fields
Fields are the building blocks of your semantic model: dimensions, measures, data types, and field format.
Overview
- Dimensions: Categorical attributes for grouping and filtering
- Measures: Aggregatable quantities (sum, count, avg, etc.)
- Data Types:
string,integer,decimal,date,date_time,boolean, and more - Field format: currency, percent and date formats, stored as metadata for your client
Quick Reference
| Field type | Use in GROUP BY | Aggregation | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimension | Yes | No | Customer Name, Region, Order Date |
| Measure | No | Yes (required) | Total Revenue, Order Count |
Next Steps
- Dimensions
- Measures
- Data types
- Expressions: How fields query the database