SPLK-1002 Advanced Visualization and Lookups Practice Question
Which TWO features are available for customizing dashboards in Splunk's Simple XML?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Automatically refreshing panels using token 'refresh'.
Options C and D are correct. C: The 'refresh' token in Simple XML allows automatic panel refreshing without user interaction. D: Drilldown actions can be added to tables and charts to enable interactivity, such as linking to other dashboards or searches. A is incorrect because HTML panels in Simple XML cannot embed custom JavaScript; they only support basic HTML. B is incorrect because CSS customization in Simple XML is limited to the dashboard level, not individual panels, and color changes require CSS files or inline styles. E is incorrect because Splunk does not support multiple dashboard versions per user role; role-based access is managed via permissions, not separate dashboard versions.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Using HTML in a panel to embed custom JavaScript.
Why it's wrong here
JavaScript is not allowed in Simple XML.
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Using CSS to change the color of all panels.
Why it's wrong here
CSS customization is limited and not global.
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Automatically refreshing panels using token 'refresh'.
Why this is correct
The 'refresh' token triggers auto-refresh.
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Adding drilldown actions to tables and charts.
Why this is correct
Drilldown is a standard feature.
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Creating multiple dashboard versions for different user roles.
Why it's wrong here
Versioning is not a native Simple XML feature.
Quick reference
Access Control Model Comparison
| Model | Acronym | Who Controls Access? | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discretionary Access Control | DAC | Resource owner | Small teams, file shares |
| Mandatory Access Control | MAC | System / security labels | Classified govt / military |
| Role-Based Access Control | RBAC | Administrator (via roles) | Enterprise environments |
| Attribute-Based Access Control | ABAC | Policy engine (user + resource attributes) | Fine-grained, dynamic policies |
| Rule-Based Access Control | RuBAC | System rules / ACLs | Firewall rules, network ACLs |
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