Embed External Content in Dashboards

Enrich your Holistics dashboards with context and storytelling by embedding external content alongside your reports.

In Holistics, you can embed various external resources, such as Google Slides, Google Forms, FigJam boards, web pages, videos, and more, directly into your dashboard layout.

How it works

Canvas Dashboard allows you to embed external content directly into your dashboards using Text Blocks and iframes. To embed external content in your Canvas Dashboard, follow these steps:

• Add a TextBlock to your dashboard.
• Use HTML iframe syntax within the TextBlock to embed the external content.

<iframe 
    width="560" 
    height="315"
    src="your_url" 
    frameborder="0" 
></iframe>

Troubleshoot

If your embedded content isn't appearing as expected, try the following troubleshooting steps:

• URL format: Ensure that the URL begins with http://, https://, or //.
• Access settings: Check the access settings on the content you're trying to embed. You may need to publish it or make it available outside the source website. In some cases, you might need to set it to public access.
• Authentication requirements: Be aware that some content sources may require users to log in to view the content. This could affect the visibility of the embedded content for different dashboard users.
• Embed code: Check if the content source offers a specific embed code or link intended for sharing. It's often beneficial to use these purpose-built embedding options when available.
• Content source embedding: Consult the content source's documentation for any specific embedding or sharing requirements. Different platforms may have unique procedures or limitations for embedding their content.