Page pattern

Narrative / Explanation

Derived from the page purpose; write it explicitly before implementation.

Explain a result or decision using a deliberate sequence of key messages and evidence.

Narrative / Explanation — archetype wireframe

[ Key message ] [ Evidence ] [ Supporting charts ] [ Explanation ] [ Next action ]

Simulation of native Power BI behaviour
Zone 1
Key message
Zone 2
Evidence
Zone 3
Supporting charts
Zone 4
Explanation
Zone 5
Next action

Reading order follows the zones above, top-left to bottom-right.

Designer

Components: Text boxes, Cards, Charts, Smart narrative where appropriate

Hierarchy: Context/control → status/primary answer → explanation/breakdown → detail → next step.

Developer

Interaction: Use only interactions that support the page's next analytical step; typical next level: **Supporting analysis**.

Navigation: Supporting analysis

Implementation: Compose from the listed native visuals/controls and the standard interaction patterns in this guide; custom visuals are exceptions.

Common mistakes
Treating the archetype as a rigid screen; adding unrelated analytical tasks; duplicating controls already handled globally.
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