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(166 reviews)
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This project requires a basic understanding of Google Analytics.
(166 reviews)
Recommended experience
Intermediate level
This project requires a basic understanding of Google Analytics.
Discover the Building Blocks of a Report
How to Create Custom Reports using Three Different Methods
Organize and Manage Your Custom Reports
Add to your LinkedIn profile
Only available on desktop
In this project, you will create three custom reports in Google Analytics, using three different methods. You will understand the building blocks of a custom report. You will determine what data is needed for a custom report. And, you will create the custom report to best meet your analysis and monitoring needs. You will also discover the Google Gallery where you can find various types of custom reports, and import the ones that best meet your needs.
Note: This course works best for learners who are based in the North America region. We’re currently working on providing the same experience in other regions.
In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:
Task 1: Discover the types of Google Analytics data and reports.
Task 2: Go behind-the scenes of a Standard Report.
Task 3: Create a custom report starting with a standard report.
Task 4: Create a custom report from scratch.
Task 5: Import a custom report .
Task 6: Use a Custom Report and Categorize Custom Reports
This project requires a basic understanding of Google Analytics.
We asked all learners to give feedback on our instructors based on the quality of their teaching style.
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Skill-based, hands-on learning
Practice new skills by completing job-related tasks.
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Follow along with pre-recorded videos from experts using a unique side-by-side interface.
No downloads or installation required
Access the tools and resources you need in a pre-configured cloud workspace.
Available only on desktop
This Guided Project is designed for laptops or desktop computers with a reliable Internet connection, not mobile devices.
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Reviewed on Dec 8, 2020
It was good for advancing the analytics skill a bit.
Reviewed on Nov 27, 2020
I have gained the skills I was looking for and the Instructor delivered the project in an easy to understand manner
Reviewed on Jun 15, 2020
The clarification was just right. Thanks to the instructor
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You'll learn by doing through completing tasks in a split-screen environment directly in your browser. On the left side of the screen, you'll complete the task in your workspace. On the right side of the screen, you'll watch an instructor walk you through the project, step-by-step.