A Tableau creator needs to send a workbook to a colleague for review. The file must be self-contained, including the data extract and all custom images, allowing the colleague to open and fully interact with the visualization on their computer. Which file format should the creator use?
The correct answer is a Tableau Packaged Workbook (.twbx). A .twbx is a single compressed file that contains the Tableau Workbook (.twb) along with all supporting local files, such as data extracts, background images, and custom shapes. This format is ideal for sharing with users who do not have access to the original data sources.
A Tableau Workbook (.twb) only contains the structure of the workbook and a connection to the data source, but not the data itself. A Portable Document Format (.pdf) is a static file and does not allow for the full interactivity required. A Tableau Data Source (.tds) file only contains the data connection information and metadata, not the actual workbook visualizations or data.
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