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# Shape

The Shape feature in the KPI tool enables users to enhance their visualizations by adding customizable geometric elements to their KPI displays. With options to adjust size, color, and conditional formatting, this feature helps users emphasize key metrics and improve data presentation. Below is a detailed guide to its features and settings.

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Here's a quick guide to create Shape in KPI:

<figure><img src="/files/aZweUoUv5iYWmBiOYBSS" alt=""><figcaption><p>Adding Shape in KPI by Powerviz</p></figcaption></figure>

## Shape Tab

**The options include:**

**Select Shape** - You can choose from a variety of predefined shapes to enhance your KPI visual design.

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* Rectangle
* Rounded Rectangle
* Circle
* Snipped Rectangle
* Line
* Triangle
* Prism

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#### **Color Palette**

The **Color Palette** section allows you to style shapes using either single colors or gradient colors, with support for conditional formatting.

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#### **Conditional Formatting**

**Single Color with Conditional Formatting**

You can set a single color for the shape and apply conditional formatting rules for dynamic color changes.

* **Default Color**: The base color applied to the shape when no conditional formatting rules are active.
* **Add Rule**: Define rules to change shape colors based on data conditions.

Click [here](https://app.gitbook.com/o/vwGXOq8Lm6LaaiexBgz4/s/L502qSSR9Gd1FbZtxvCe/~/changes/56/kpi/edit-mode-introduction/kpi-charts/conditional-formatting) to explore Conditional formatting in detail.

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## General tab

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This is common tab for all visuals click [here ](/powerviz/kpi/edit-mode-introduction/kpi-charts/general-tab.md)to explore settings. You can adjust visual properties, manage formatting options, and fine-tune various features to align with your requirements. Make sure to explore each section for a complete configuration.


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