What is Data Blending in Tableau?
We can combine information from two separate sources in a single Tableau worksheet or display by using the data blending tool.Unlike joining, which works on the row level and often duplicates data that repeats itself in several rows. A primary data source and a secondary data source are used in data blending. As a result of this, more relevant data from the secondary data source is shown alongside primary data. We can create graphs and charts in a single sheet by combining data from both sources. Data Blending in Tableau The fundamental distinction between combining two data tables and blending two data tables is the phase at which aggregation of data happens. Like in joining, the tables are first merged and then the data is aggregated, resulting in some duplicating values. Whereas, in blending, the tables are kept isolated at the database. Once the data has been compiled, it is sent to Tableau, where it is transformed into a single table free of duplicates. It can commonly happen that...