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# Creating Reports

## Creating Reports 

1. **Add a Report Card:** 
   1. Within a report group, click the plus sign. 
   2. Choose from the available card types:  
      1. Dashboard: Combine multiple elements (tables, timeline charts, distribution charts, KPI tiles) into one view. 
      2. Table: Display tabular data for numerical comparisons. 
      3. Timeline Chart: Visualize data trends over time. 
      4. Distribution Chart: Illustrate the spread and variability of data. 

*Note: The selected report card type determines its functionality. For example, choosing a timeline or distribution chart restricts the card to that specific format.* 

2. **Configure Your Report:** \
   After selecting a report card, you will be taken to the report editor, where you can configure the report set. For more detailed configuration instructions, please refer to the sections on Tables, Charts, and Dashboards.