Summary  
This chapter explains how to classify data fields as continuous or discrete, determining whether they are rendered as numeric ranges or distinct categories, how they can be sorted, and how they are visually represented.  

General domain of usage  
Data visualization

In Tableau, fields are classified as **continuous** or **discrete**, determining how they are visualized:  

- **Continuous fields** represent numeric data with a range of values, making them ideal for visualizations like line graphs and histograms. These fields are visually represented in **green**;  
- **Discrete fields** consist of distinct values or categories, often used in bar charts or grouped visualizations. These fields are visually represented in **blue**.


Let's now summarize the key differences between these types of fields:

What color represents discrete fields in Tableau?

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Continuous and Discrete Fields