Google Performance Dashboard
Overview
The Google Performance dashboard provides detailed insights into Google Ads campaign performance, including spend,
purchases, ROAS, clicks, revenue, and conversion metrics.
The dashboard is designed to help teams monitor campaign efficiency, identify optimization opportunities, and analyze
advertising trends across Google Ads campaigns.
Accessing the Google Performance Dashboard
Steps
1. Navigate to Dashboards
2. Select Google Performance
Date Range Selector
The date range selector controls the reporting period displayed across the dashboard.
Features
- Select predefined date ranges
- Compare against previous periods
- Dynamically update dashboard data
Filter by Campaign
The Filter by Campaign dropdown allows you to isolate specific Google Ads campaigns for analysis.
Features
- Search campaigns
- Select individual campaigns
- Select all campaigns
- Dynamically filter dashboard data
Steps
1. Open the Filter by Campaign dropdown
2. Search or select campaigns
3. Apply the required filters
KPI Summary Cards
The KPI cards display high-level Google Ads performance metrics. Metrics include: Spend, Purchases, Cost Per Purchase,
ROAS, CPM, and Link Clicks
KPI Trend Indicators
Each KPI card displays:
- Current value
- Percentage increase or decrease
- Comparison against previous periods
Customize KPIs
The Customize KPIs feature allows you to control which KPI cards appear on the dashboard.
Features
- Select up to 6 KPIs
- Remove KPIs
- Rearrange KPI order
- Reset to default layout
Available KPI Options
Available KPIs include: Spend, Purchases, Cost Per Purchase, ROAS, CPM, Link Clicks, Click-Through Rate, and Cost Per
Link Click
Applying KPI Changes
Steps
1. Open Customize KPIs
2. Select or remove KPI cards
3. Rearrange KPI order if required
4. Click Apply Changes
Key KPIs Trend Chart
The Key KPIs section visualizes selected KPI performance trends over time.
Chart Features
- Multi-metric trend visualization
- Daily trend analysis
- KPI comparison overlays
- Dynamic updates based on filters
Show Comparison
Enable Show Comparison to compare current performance against a previous reporting period.
Comparison Features
- Overlay historical trend data
- Compare KPI performance changes
- Analyze fluctuations over time
Performance By Time
The Performance By Time table provides daily Google Ads performance metrics. Metrics include: Cost, Impressions, CPM,
Clicks, CTR, CPC, CPA, Purchases, Revenue, CVR, and ROAS
Time Granularity Options
The dashboard allows you to switch reporting views between: Year, Month, Week, and Day
Campaign Performance
The Campaign Performance table provides campaign-level reporting and analysis. Metrics include: Cost, Impressions, CPM,
Clicks, CTR, CPC, CPA, Purchases, Revenue, CVR, and ROAS
Table Features
- Campaign-level breakdowns
- Sortable columns
- Pagination controls
- Detailed performance comparison
Dashboard Insights
The Google Performance dashboard helps identify:
- High-performing campaigns
- ROAS trends
- Conversion efficiency
- Cost fluctuations
- Search campaign effectiveness
Common Use Cases
Search Campaign Optimization
Analyze ROAS, CPC, and CPA to improve campaign efficiency.
Revenue Monitoring
Track revenue generated from Google Ads campaigns.
Conversion Performance Analysis
Monitor purchases, conversion rates, and acquisition costs.
Weekly Reporting
Review campaign performance trends during optimization meetings.
Best Practices
- Monitor ROAS alongside CPA for better context
- Review CTR and CPC trends regularly
- Compare campaign performance using consistent date ranges
- Use campaign filters to isolate high-performing campaigns
- Limit KPI cards to the most relevant business metrics
Troubleshooting
Dashboard Not Updating
Verify:
- Google Ads integration is connected
- Selected date range is valid
- Campaign filters are applied correctly
Missing Campaign Data
Ensure:
- Campaigns are active within the selected date range
- Google Ads sync is completed successfully
- Required permissions are enabled
KPI Cards Not Saving
Check that:
- No more than 6 KPIs are selected
- Changes were applied successfully
Incorrect Trend Data
Verify:
- Date range settings
- Comparison mode
- Campaign filters
Recommended Metrics to Monitor
Efficiency Metrics
- ROAS
- CPA
- CPC
- Cost Per Purchase
Engagement Metrics
- CTR
- Clicks
- Impressions
- CPM
Revenue Metrics
- Purchases
- Revenue
- Conversion Rate
Additional Resources
- Executive Summary
- Create Custom Metrics
- Create Performance Report