Data Preview in Source EditorThe data source editor now displays a preview of fields for the following data sources: Google BigQuery, Google Sheets, Looker, Microsoft Excel, and CSV uploads.
External Link WarningsWhen users click an external link, Looker Studio displays a redirect notice. This feature is being gradually released.
Inverted Triangle Funnel ChartA new “Use proportional heights” setting allows funnel charts to display category values by varying bar heights for the inverted triangle funnel style. Larger values are represented with taller bars.
Improved Field ManagementFields (calculated or not) can now be removed or hidden in data sources.Hidden/removed fields block report viewers from accessing metadata (e.g., field names and connector types), improving data governance while ensuring data democratization.
Scorecard Chart EnhancementsScorecard charts now support displaying dimensions or metrics as the primary field.
Dimensions can also have an independent sorting field.
Expanded Partner Connectors
New connectors in the Looker Studio Connector Gallery include:Social Media & Ads: TikTok Organic, Google Ads, Line Ads, and Microsoft Ads.
E-commerce: Shopify, WooCommerce, BigCommerce, Google Merchant Center, and Prestashop.
CRM & Marketing: Mailchimp, Klaviyo, Zoho CRM, and Omnisend.Others: CoinGecko Coins, Awin, Strava, Harvest, Whatagraph, and Simpli.fi.
These updates enhance data visualization, governance, and integration capabilities in Looker Studio.
