Tableau tile and hex maps
If you’ve ever built a filled map in Tableau where some of the areas are too small to stand out or label effectively, then you’ve probably come across hex maps as a solution. A hex map means that each area is the same size, regardless of the actual relative sizes. For example, note how the Nelson (NSN) region in this filled map of New Zealand is relatively small compared to other regions, and hence hard to see and label: ...