What defines the contents of a report?

The contents of a report are primarily defined by the report columns. Report columns determine what data will be displayed and how it will be organized within the report. Each column corresponds to a specific data attribute from the underlying data source, and the chosen columns effectively shape the structure and insight the report will provide.

This selection allows the user to customize the information they want to see, thereby enabling clear and focused reporting based on the organizational needs and requirements. By selectively including or excluding certain columns, one can tailor the report to highlight key metrics, trends, or data points that are relevant to the analysis being conducted.

While report filters, report criteria, and record types all play roles in shaping how a report is generated and what data can potentially be included, they do not define the specific contents of the report in the way that report columns do. Filters and criteria are about narrowing down the data that meets certain conditions, and record types refer to the categories of data being assessed rather than the specific attributes shown in the report. Thus, report columns are central to defining what will actually appear in the final output of the report.