Creating custom dashboards in Screaming Frog SEO Spider allows digital marketers and SEO professionals to visualize and analyze data more effectively. This step-by-step tutorial guides you through the process of setting up personalized dashboards tailored to your SEO needs.

Getting Started with Screaming Frog SEO Spider

Before creating dashboards, ensure you have the latest version of Screaming Frog SEO Spider installed. Open the application and familiarize yourself with the main interface, which includes the menu bar, configuration options, and data view panels.

Accessing the Dashboard Feature

To access dashboard features, navigate to the Reports menu in the top navigation bar. Click on Dashboard to open the dashboard interface. This area allows you to view existing dashboards and create new ones.

Creating a New Custom Dashboard

Follow these steps to create a custom dashboard:

  • Click on Create New Dashboard in the dashboard panel.
  • Enter a descriptive name for your dashboard, such as "Technical SEO Overview".
  • Select the metrics and data points you wish to include from the available options.
  • Configure the layout by dragging and dropping widgets to your preferred positions.
  • Click Save to finalize your dashboard setup.

Adding Data Widgets to Your Dashboard

Widgets are the building blocks of your dashboard, displaying specific SEO data. To add widgets:

  • Click on Add Widget within your dashboard.
  • Choose from categories such as Site Structure, On-Page SEO, or External Links.
  • Select the specific metrics you want to monitor, like Response Codes or Page Titles.
  • Customize each widget’s appearance and data range as needed.
  • Confirm by clicking Add.

Customizing and Saving Your Dashboard

After adding desired widgets, you can customize the layout further:

  • Resize widgets by dragging their edges.
  • Rearrange widgets through drag-and-drop.
  • Apply filters to focus on specific data segments.

Once satisfied, click Save Dashboard to preserve your configuration. Your custom dashboard is now ready to monitor your SEO performance in real-time.

Sharing and Exporting Dashboards

You can share your dashboards with team members or export them for reporting purposes:

  • Click on Share to generate a link or invite team members.
  • Select Export to save the dashboard as a PDF or image file.
  • Use these options to facilitate collaboration and presentations.

Conclusion

Creating custom dashboards in Screaming Frog SEO Spider enhances your ability to monitor key SEO metrics efficiently. By tailoring dashboards to your specific needs, you can gain deeper insights and make informed decisions to improve your website’s performance.