# Filtering

A filter is a powerful way of allowing users to interact with the data.

To get started, add a Filter web part:

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Editing the Filter web part settings reveals just one option, the Property:

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Select the field you want to provide a filter for.

If the field has fewer than 8 valid options, then Radio Buttons will be displayed on the page:

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Otherwise, a dropdown list will be shown:

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You will notice that selecting an option will instantly re-render any charts on the page to apply that filter.

You also have the option of specifying whether you would like a dropdown, horizontal radio, or vertical radio buttons by setting the 'Field type':

![](https://2862469232-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F-M9dDlLIQkrUpGsZtrA4%2Fuploads%2F4OPp0UPhcM6gubMln4wP%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=e558007e-e07f-4eb3-be2d-cdce506e0ec7)