Dataset Type Icons

A dataset's icon helps you identifiy the connection type or file it uses to source its data.

Dataset type icons are displayed in the list of datasets that you created or have been given permission to use. See View a List of Datasets and Information About Them.

Dataset Icon Description
Combination Connection Icon Dataset uses two or more database connections. For example, Oracle Database and Oracle Analytics Warehouse.
Single Database Connection Icon Dataset uses one database connection.
XLSX or XLS File Icon Dataset uses an XLXS or XLS file.
CSV or TXT File Icon Dataset uses a CSV or TXT file.
Local Subject Area Icon

A local subject area that you can use like a dataset to create a workbook. Local subject areas are located in your instance's Classic Home.

Oracle Applications Icon

Dataset uses an Oracle Applications connection type.

The Oracle Applications connection type can connect to:

  • Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications Suite (for example, Oracle Fusion Cloud Financials)

  • On-premises Oracle BI Enterprise Edition deployments (if patched to an appropriate level)

  • Another Oracle Analytics service