--- title: How Do I Use Analytics Dashboards to Analyze my Testing Data and Activity? description: Learn how to use Analytics Dashboards in Confident LIMS to track your lab's sample volume, testing activity, and other trends over time. --- [Skip to content](https://help.confidentlims.com/how-do-i-use-analytics-dashboards-to-analyze-my-data#main-content) English Show submenu for translations ![64d9e16fc8e3963295162d90\_logo.svg\]](https://help.confidentlims.com/hubfs/64d9e16fc8e3963295162d90_logo.svg) Open main navigation Close main navigation - English Show submenu for translations - [Log in to Confident LIMS](https://app.confidentlims.com/) [Log in to Confident LIMS](https://app.confidentlims.com/) Hello. How can we help you? - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. [Home](https://help.confidentlims.com/?hsLang=en) 2. [For Labs](https://help.confidentlims.com/for-labs?hsLang=en) 3. [Reporting & Data Management](https://help.confidentlims.com/for-labs?hsLang=en#reporting-data-management) # How Do I Use Analytics Dashboards to Analyze my Testing Data and Activity? ## Analytics Dashboards help you visualize your lab's testing activity and spot trends directly within Confident LIMS. Every lab has access to free analytics dashboards that give insight to your sample data and testing activity over time. This article explains how to find the dashboards available to you, what they reveal about your operations, and how to upgrade to unlock the full Analytics experience. **In This Article** - [Accessing Analytics Dashboards](https://help.confidentlims.com/how-do-i-use-analytics-dashboards-to-analyze-my-data#access) - [Filtering Dashboard Data](https://help.confidentlims.com/how-do-i-use-analytics-dashboards-to-analyze-my-data#filter) - [Exporting Dashboard Data](https://help.confidentlims.com/how-do-i-use-analytics-dashboards-to-analyze-my-data#export) - [Other Tips & Noteworthy Items](https://help.confidentlims.com/how-do-i-use-analytics-dashboards-to-analyze-my-data#tips) - [Why are Some Dashboards Locked?](https://help.confidentlims.com/how-do-i-use-analytics-dashboards-to-analyze-my-data#locked) ### **Accessing Analytics Dashboards** To access **Analytics**, navigate to the Analytics tab on the left hand menu. From there, you can access different collections of dashboards. ![](https://help.confidentlims.com/hubfs/image-png-Sep-11-2026-05-25-11-9537-PM.png) Every Lab has access to a number of **General** dashboards which includes analytics for Samples by Category, Samples by Client, Revenue by Client, Tests Over Time, Assay Data, and more. ### **Filtering Dashboard Data** Narrow the view using filters for date range, lab, matrix category or type, assay, analyte, test package, industry, compliance, and more. 1. Navigate to the **Analytics** tab and find the dashboard(s) you would like to filter in the **Collections** menu on the left. 2. In the top menu, there are plenty of filters to choose from for filtering your dashboards. Select the filter(s) you'd like to apply and **Add Filter** ![](https://help.confidentlims.com/hubfs/image-png-Sep-11-2026-05-24-38-3272-PM.png) ### **Exporting Dashboard Data** Every dashboard includes a download button, so you can export your data in different formats or save charts as an image to share with your team. 1. Navigate to the **Analytics** tab and find the dashboard you would like to export. Apply any filters you would like to the dataset, if applicable. 2. To export the entire page of dashboards **as a PDF**, select the **Download** icon in the top right ***![](https://help.confidentlims.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Sep-11-2026-05-48-25-3944-PM.png?width=2642&height=1204&name=image-png-Sep-11-2026-05-48-25-3944-PM.png)*** 3. To export a specific dashboard, find the table or chart of interest. At the top right of the table or chart, select the **three dots** and **Download results** ***![](https://help.confidentlims.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Sep-11-2026-05-49-10-5809-PM.png?width=2640&height=1234&name=image-png-Sep-11-2026-05-49-10-5809-PM.png)*** 4. Select which format in which you would like to download the data, and **Download** ![](https://help.confidentlims.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Sep-11-2026-05-49-33-4169-PM.png?width=356&height=300&name=image-png-Sep-11-2026-05-49-33-4169-PM.png) ### **Other Tips & Noteworthy Items** - Source data is updated daily at midnight Pacific Time. Data is available for samples created since 2024-01-01. - Analytics only includes samples and orders processed through Confident LIMS. If you track samples outside the system, those numbers won't appear here. - Every dashboard is automatically filtered to your organization. Other labs can't see your data, and you can't see theirs. - **What if I have a suggestion for more Analytics?** Let our [support team](mailto:support@confidentlims.com) know, or suggest more Analytics you would like to see using [this CANNY board!](https://feedback.confidentlims.com/operators-dashboards)   ### **Why are Some Dashboards Locked?** Labs who upgrade to **Pro and Premium** subscriptionsgain access to additional analytics and powerful tools for understanding testing performance, costs, trends, and operational insights across your organization. **What Additional Dashboards are Included with the Pro & Premium Subscriptions?** Reach out to your account manager or contact [support@confidentlims.com](mailto:support@confidentlims.com) to get more information on the additional dashboards that are included with other plans. **How Do I Upgrade my Subscription?** Click the plan badge in the Analytics page and **Request Upgrade**, or reach out to [support@confidentlims.com](mailto:support@confidentlims.com) to let us know of your interest! Advanced Analytics are just the beginning. Upgrading to a **Pro or Premium** subscription unlocks a full suite of tools. 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