In need of some more color in your Looker Studio reports? Adding custom colors can make your visuals pop and match your brand or style! Whether you're looking to match your company's exact shade of blue or create a color scheme that pops, customizing colors is the way to go. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to use custom colors in your Looker Studio reports, so you can make your data shine just the way you want!
How to Use Custom Colours in Looker Studio Reports:
Select any scorecard, chart or graph
Click on STYLE (right-hand-side column)
Click on the element you would like to customise
Click "+" symbol under CUSTOM
Enter either the HEX, RGBA or use the grid to select the colour of choice
Frequently Asked Questions on Using Custom Colours in Looker Studio Report
Is there a way to save my custom colors for future use?
Yes, Looker Studio automatically saves your recently used custom colors in the color picker for easy access in future designs.
Can I apply custom colors to individual data points in a chart?
Yes, for some chart types, you can apply custom colors to individual data points or series by using the "Color by" option in the chart's data settings.
How do I create a custom color palette for my entire report?
You can create a custom theme by going to "Theme and layout" in the report settings, then customizing colors for various elements like charts, text, and backgrounds.
Is it possible to use gradients or color scales in Looker Studio?
Yes, for certain visualizations like heatmaps or geo maps, you can set custom color scales or gradients in the chart's style settings.
Can I use transparency or opacity with custom colors?
Yes, when selecting a custom color, you can adjust the opacity using the slider under TRANSPARENCY, allowing for semi-transparent colors.
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