How to Create Reports in Looker Studio

Looker Studio, formerly known as Google Data Studio, is one of the most widely used and powerful tools for data analysis and building interactive visualizations.

In this article, we’ll explain what Looker Studio is, the different types of reports you can create, offer a step-by-step guide to building a report on the platform, and show how to integrate Kondado data directly into a Looker Studio report.

What is Looker Studio?

Looker Studio is a data visualization tool that allows you to create dynamic reports and interactive reports. It supports various use cases, such as tracking marketing metrics and internal operations, connecting to multiple data sources, and transforming complex information into intuitive, easy-to-understand visuals.

Types of Reports in Looker Studio

Reports in Looker Studio consolidate visualizations created from reports and provide an overview of key KPIs and metrics for an organization. Here are some of the main types of reports you can create in Looker Studio:

Operational Reports: Monitor daily operations with real-time data for quick decision-making.
Strategic Reports: Focus on long-term analysis and overall company performance.
Analytical Reports: Offer detailed views of historical data and future trends for deep, data-driven insights.
Tactical Reports: Designed for managers tracking the performance of specific teams or departments.

How to Create a Report in Looker Studio with Kondado

Now that we’ve covered what Looker Studio is and the types of reports you can create, let’s walk through how to build your own report using Kondado. If you don’t have a Kondado account yet, click here to create a free trial account and follow these steps:

First Method – Using a Pre-Made Report Template

On the Kondado platform, select your data source and follow the instructions to add it.

Once you’ve added the data source, save the settings and wait for the connection test to complete. If successful, move on to the next step.

At this stage, you’ll see a list of pre-made report templates linked to your data source.
Choose the report template that best fits your needs, and the platform will automatically set up the pipelines for you. Once complete, you’ll receive an email with instructions on how to start using it.

Second Method – Creating Your Own Report in Looker Studio

Once you've added your data source, save the configuration and wait for the data source test to finish. If everything checks out, proceed to the next step.

Click on "More Options" and select "Connect to Looker Studio, Power BI, or a similar tool."

Once the data source is added, save it and wait for the connection test to finish. If successful, proceed to the next step and follow the instructions to set up your pipeline.

After saving and executing the pipeline, you’ll see the options on your screen. Select "Connect to Looker Studio."

Once the pipeline is complete, you’ll receive a link to insert into Looker Studio to view your data. For more details on how to connect the link in Looker Studio, click "See Instructions."

Report Templates

We’ve selected a few ready-to-use templates that can be easily customized to fit your needs. They are perfect for those looking to save time and get actionable insights. Here are some examples:

VTEX

Report Link: https://share.kondado.com.br/dashvtexlsen

Documentation Link: https://kondado.io/wiki/en/a/dashboard-vtex-looker-studio

Facebook Ads

Report Link: https://share.kondado.com.br/dashfacebooklsen

Documentation Link: https://kondado.io/wiki/en/a/facebook-ads-dashboard-looker-studio

Google Ads

Report Link: https://share.kondado.com.br/dashgooglelsen

Documentation Link: https://kondado.io/wiki/en/a/google-ads-dashboard-looker-studio

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Conclusion

Creating reports in Looker Studio allows you to turn your data into strategic decisions. The flexibility of the tool, combined with Kondado’s ability to integrate multiple data sources, makes the process faster and more efficient.