Summary  
This chapter introduces the concept of classifying data attributes as continuous or discrete, affecting whether values are handled as numerical ranges or distinct categories and how sorting and labeling logic applies.

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