

You may build reports from any data source type that has a Microsoft. The table reports are suitable for column-based data, matrix for summarized information, chart for graphical details, while free-form ones give you the freedom to build them for anything else.

What’s more, you are given the option to choose a data source connection or model to create a shared dataset. You may opt for generating a table or matrix by choosing the data source connection, layout and style, and build up charts (you are guided through creating column, line, pie, bar and area charts), maps (reveals reports using a geographical background), or blank reports. The program offers a step-by-step approach for helping you create a report. Built-in wizard for creating a new report The ribbon-like interface enables you to quickly access the main functions of the program while leaving room for a clean editing environment.Ī dedicated panel is integrated for previewing the report, going to the previous or next page, performing searches, and zooming in or out. Microsoft SQL Server 2012 SP1 Report Builder is a report authoring environment for Microsoft business users designed specifically for helping them generate full-featured reports which can be saved on the computer or server for sharing them with other users.
