# User Guide

This guide explains how to use the Panels data analytics dashboard to explore and visualise your data.

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## Table of Contents

1. [Overview](/user-guide.md#overview)
2. [Getting Started](/getting-started.md)
3. [Navigating Panels](/navigating-panels.md)
4. [Using Parameters](/using-parameters.md)
5. [Panel Types](/panel-types.md)
6. [Exporting Data and Visualisation](/exporting-data-and-visualisation.md)
7. [Tips](/tips.md)

## Overview

Panels is an interactive data analytics platform that enables you to explore datasets through maps, charts, and other visualisations. All data processing happens directly in your browser, so your data remains private and no server connection is required after initial load.

Key capabilities:

* Interactive maps with multiple layers
* Charts and graphs with data tables
* Dynamic filtering through parameters
* Cross-panel interactions and hover synchronisation
* Export visualisations as images or data as CSV

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For technical support or questions about your specific dashboard configuration, please contact your Panel bundle provider.


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