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SegmentSelector

    Use the SegmentSelector as a top-level filter to narrow data by segment, setting the scope for any additional filters applied alongside it.

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    When to use​

    • To filter data by predefined segment and set the scope for additional filters applied alongside it.
    • When users need to switch between distinct data views, such as different environments or applications.

    When not to use​

    Position​

    Two filter compositions showing the SegmentSelector placed as the first element: one combined with a FilterField, and one combined with a FilterBar. Two filter compositions showing the SegmentSelector placed as the first element: one combined with a FilterField, and one combined with a FilterBar.

    If SegmentSelector is part of a larger filter composition, for example, combined with a FilterField or FilterBar, place it as the first element so users select a segment before applying other filters.

    Variants​

    SegmentSelector comes in two variants that control how much information the trigger shows.

    Two SegmentSelector trigger variants: Default, which expands to show the selected segment label, and Compact, which shows only a count at a fixed width. Two SegmentSelector trigger variants: Default, which expands to show the selected segment label, and Compact, which shows only a count at a fixed width.

    Default​

    Use the default variant if the trigger has enough space to grow without breaking the layout. It provides context when one segment is selected and keeps a consistent width when multiple segments are selected.

    Compact​

    Use the compact variant if the trigger needs to keep a predictable width and space is limited.

    When to apply changes​

    With external apply button​

    If SegmentSelector is part of a filter composition, changes are applied to the dataset immediately each time data is fetched — no additional action is needed.

    Without external apply button​

    If SegmentSelector is standalone or part of a filter composition without an apply button, apply changes when the apply button in the SegmentSelector overlay is pressed.

    Limitations​

    Users can pin recently used segments for quick access. The SegmentSelector supports a maximum of 10 pinned segments per app.

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