Using Reference Lines and Bands

Tableau Desktop 6 min min read Updated: Mar 07, 2026 Intermediate
Using Reference Lines and Bands
Intermediate Topic 5 of 10

Reference Lines

Reference lines display important thresholds or averages in visualizations.

Examples

  • Average sales line
  • Target revenue threshold
  • Benchmark comparison

Reference bands can also highlight ranges such as acceptable performance levels.

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