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How do I show data supplied by an API?

Follow this workflow to show data supplied by an API.

Before you start

Obtain the service URL, required authentication, and the data you want to show.

Where to find it

Tools > Data Sources Manager > Projects > Manage, then Data Source > Manage.

Steps

Create/select the intended project.
Choose New and API JSON.
Enter Name.
Enter the source URL.
Configure the options offered for this type.
Choose Connect and review the discovered columns.
Select columns with Use, All, or None.
Set refresh/row movement and choose Save.

Check the result

Preview the returned table and test the selected value in the graphic.

Helpful information

The API JSON data source guide explains the controls and options for this task. Save edited settings where offered, and check the intended scene, input, or destination before using them during a show.

If something is wrong

If empty, review access, the returned data, and JSON selector; do not share actual keys in support messages.

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