RadarChart by ClearPeaks Sorting

[pgomez58]

Hello,

I am trying to sort the categories of a Radar Chart (using the Clear Peaks add-on). However, even when I try to create a sorting column or measure, I cannot order the categories in the way I need them to. For example, I created a new column with just integers, and when I put it in the field wells (CategoryData), it orders it like this.

As you can see, this is not in any order (even if you look at the peaks), they are all just in disorder. How can I fix this?

[v-echaithra]

Hi @pgomez58 ,

Thank you for the update.

You've taken the right steps to format and sort your category field, the ClearPeaks Radar Chart has known limitations when it comes to custom sorting. Specifically, The visual does not reliably honor "Sort by Column" relationships in Power BI. It tends to apply an internal lexicographical (alphabetical) sort, which overrides user-defined order even when numeric prefixes are used. Because this is a custom visual, its behavior is not fully aligned with Power BI's native sorting engine, and there is no built-in option to manually control the radial order of categories.

Consider using other Radar Chart custom visuals from AppSource that offer better sorting support, such as:

“Radar Chart by MAQ Software”
“Radar/Polar Chart by Akvelon”

Since this appears to be a limitation of the visual itself, we recommend reaching out to ClearPeaks directly via a support ticket. Sharing your use case and the sorting issue may help them prioritize this feature in future updates.
Radar Chart by ClearPeaks in Microsoft AppSource Marketplace - ClearPeaks Blog

Hope this helps.
Warm Regards,
Chaithra E.

[v-echaithra]

Hi @pgomez58 ,

Custom visuals like the ClearPeaks Radar chart often lack full sorting functionality.

Even when sort fields are added, the visual typically honors only lexicographic string order. That’s why using numeric prefixes with proper padding is the most reliable solution.

Since you're using the CategoryNameIndicator field (e.g., "1 – US Manufacturing ISM"), the chart implicitly sorts alphabetically, not numerically. If the prefixes are inconsistent (such as "1 – ...", "10 – ...", "2 – ...") the sort will break.

So, try this workaround

Step 1: Pad IndicatorSort to Two Digits
Create a new calculated field in QuickSight:

concat( lpad(cast([IndicatorSort] as varchar), 2, '0'), ' – ', [INDICATOR] )

Name this field something like RadarSortCategory. This will ensure the radar chart follows the correct circular order.

Step 2: Use This New Field in the Radar Chart
Drag RadarSortCategory into the Category field well.
Keep Percentile in the Values field.
Do not use IndicatorSort directly, let the prefixed string control the order.

Best Regards,
Chaithra E.

[pgomez58]

I tried this. I created a new column called "Column", and this is the definition (your syntax was not accepted by Power BI): 

Column = FORMAT( [IndicatorSort], "00" )

    & " – "

    & [INDICATOR]

The image below shows that the problem has not been resolved, as the order is all over the place. Any further help would be great!

[v-echaithra]

Hi @pgomez58 ,

We wanted to follow up to see if the issue you reported has been fully resolved. If you still have any concerns or need additional support, please don’t hesitate to let us know, we’re here to help.

We truly appreciate your patience and look forward to assisting you further if needed.

Warm regards,
Chaithra E.

[pgomez58]

Hello, this was not resolved as it appears the chart does not allow for sorting. Do you have anything else I could try?

[v-echaithra]

Hi @pgomez58 ,

We’d like to follow up regarding the recent concern. Kindly confirm whether the issue has been resolved, or if further assistance is still required. We are available to support you and are committed to helping you reach a resolution.

Thank you for your patience and look forward to hearing from you.
Best Regards,
Chaithra E.

[v-echaithra]

Hi @pgomez58 ,

We would like to confirm if you've successfully resolved this issue or if you need further help. If you still have any questions or need more support, please feel free to let us know. We are more than happy to continue to help you.

Thank you for your patience and look forward to hearing from you.
Best Regards,
Chaithra E.

[lbendlin]

probably ordered by the sum of values.

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[pgomez58]

My data looks like this. I am using CategoryNameIndicator as my Category field in the radar chart. I want to plot the percentile column in my radar chart and see how it looks across the metrics. 

DATE	COUNTRY	INDICATOR	PERIOD	PERCENTILE	IndicatorSort	CategoryNameIndicator
########	US	US Manufacturing ISM	Current	24.3797	1	1 – US Manufacturing ISM
########	US	US Unemployment Rate	Current	21.6828	4	15 – US Unemployment Rate
########	US	US Hourly Earnings YoY	Current	56.2932	4	16 – US Hourly Earnings YoY
########	US	US Consumer Confidence	Current	37.9791	2	10 – US Consumer Confidence
########	US	US Housing Outlook(NAHB)	Current	16.7702	3	99 – US Housing Outlook(NAHB)
########	US	US Small Business Optimism	Current	38.3475	1	6 – US Small Business Optimism
########	US	US Manufacturing Exports	Current	1.78971	1	2 – US Manufacturing Exports
########	US	US Non-Manufacturing ISM	Current	12.6126	1	3 – US Non-Manufacturing ISM
########	US	US Non-Manufacutring Employment	Current	20.4204	1	4 – US Non-Manufacutring Employment

[lbendlin]

Looks like your chosen visual does not support sort changes.