How can I quickly share a chart or data snapshot with stakeholders without building a full dashboard or report?

Use galaxy.io" target="_blank" id="">Galaxy’s shareable query links: run your SQL, toggle the in-editor preview chart or table, and send the auto-generated link so stakeholders view the live snapshot instantly-no dashboard required.

Why share a lightweight snapshot instead of a full dashboard?

Dashboards are great for ongoing monitoring, but spinning one up for a one-off insight wastes time and clutters your BI catalog. A quick snapshot lets you answer the question fast and move on.

What options do I have for rapid sharing?

1. Galaxy shareable links

In Galaxy, every saved query gets a unique URL. After you run the query, flip to the built-in chart or table preview, then press “Share.” Stakeholders with Viewer permission see the exact results, refreshed on demand, without editing rights. This is ideal for ad-hoc questions or executive check-ins.

2. Image or CSV export

If recipients only need a static view, export the chart as a PNG or the data as CSV from Galaxy’s preview pane and paste it into Slack, Notion, or email.

3. Embed in a doc

Copy the Galaxy embed snippet and drop it into internal wikis or product specs. The embed auto-refreshes, so you avoid screenshot drift.

4. Slack integration

Send the query link in Slack. The Galaxy bot unfurls a rich preview showing chart thumbnails and key metrics, giving context at a glance.

How do permissions keep data secure?

Galaxy supports role-based access. Viewers can run and refresh endorsed queries but cannot edit SQL, ensuring the snapshot stays trustworthy. Audit logs track every access for compliance.

Step-by-step: sharing a chart in under a minute

1. Write or open an endorsed query in Galaxy.
2. Click “Run” to execute.
3. Select “Chart” and pick your visualization.
4. Press “Share” and choose link, embed, or export.
5. Send to stakeholders. They get instant access without extra tooling.

When should I still build a dashboard?

Choose a dashboard for metrics that need scheduled refreshes, filters, or broad distribution. For everything else, Galaxy’s quick-share workflow keeps your analytics lean.