Multi-Point Trending  is a powerful tool that helps building operators track and compare data from multiple devices—like chillers, pumps, AHUs, and fans—on a single chart. This feature makes it easy to monitor how different systems interact, troubleshoot problems quickly, and keep your building running efficiently. Here’s a breakdown of how you can use it.

How to Use Multi-Point Trending 

The Multi-Point Trending feature is located on the left side of KODE OS, alongside other features. 

To use Multi-Point Trending please see the below examples.

1. Select Points to Trend:

• Use the left panel to filter and choose points by area, type, or field. You can also search for specific points. Once selected, they’ll appear on the chart.

2. Chart Layout:

• The top half of the chart shows numeric data (like temperature or pressure) on a line chart. The bottom half shows on/off or mode selections as a bar chart.

3. Zooming and Hovering:

• Use the zoom bar or your mouse/trackpad to zoom in on specific time periods. Hover over any point to get precise data values.

4. Time Filter:

• Select the date range you want to analyze at the top of the chart.

5. Customize Your View:

• Adjust the Y-axes, change aggregation functions (sum, average, max, etc.), and hide or show points as needed.

In the Multi-Point Trending feature, you can use the embedded calendar to choose the date range for displaying data through trends. Granularity applies only to the line chart and adjusts based on the selected date range. For instance, selecting a two-day range will show data with two-minute intervals, while a seven-day range will display data in one-hour intervals.

Through Trends feature, you can save your customized view, including selected filters, points, time frames, interpolation settings, aggregate functions, and Y-axis preferences so you can easily access it again without needing to reselect each option.

Time frames can be saved as dynamic (e.g., "Last 7 Days") to always show recent data, or as static, preserving a specific date range for consistent review.

Additionally, you can copy a link to your current view and share it with others, enabling them to see exactly what you’re seeing. This simplifies sharing specific data configurations and enhances collaboration on insights.

Key Benefits of Using Multi-Point Trending

• Monitor System Interactions: HVAC systems are interconnected. Multi-Point Trending help you see how changes in one system (like chilled water temperature) impact others (like fan speed or air handler performance), making it easier to spot issues.

• Diagnose Problems Faster: Combine key data points (such as air temperature, valve position, and fan speed) on one chart to quickly understand why a system isn’t performing well.

• Simplify Monitoring: Instead of setting up custom dashboards each time, you can easily pick the data points you need to compare and start monitoring.

Main Features of Multi-Point Trending

1. Trending Multiple Points on One Chart

• Select data points from any device (e.g., chillers, pumps, fans) and plot them together to see how they relate. For instance, compare how an AHU’s temperature sensor reacts to chilled water supply temperature changes.

2. Common Time Filter

• All selected points share the same timeline, making it easy to see how one system affects another at the same time.

3. Zooming for Detailed Analysis

• Use the zoom tool to focus on a specific time period. As you zoom in, more detailed data appears, helping you investigate issues more closely.

4. Hovering for Data

• Hover over any point in time to see the exact values from all plotted data points. This lets you quickly get detailed information without leaving the chart.

5. Continuous Data with Interpolation

• If data isn’t recorded every minute, the system fills in the gaps to give you a smooth, continuous trend line.

6. Automatic Data Aggregation

• For large timeframes, Trends automatically adjusts the data resolution (e.g., daily data shows minute-by-minute info, monthly data shows hourly). This keeps the chart easy to read and fast to load.

7. Customize the Y-Axis

• Use two Y-axes to display different types of data. For example, you can show temperature on one side and flow rate on the other.

8. Clickable Legend

• Click on any point name in the chart’s legend to hide or show that point. This makes it easy to focus on just the data you need.

Multi-Point Trending makes it easier than ever to manage building systems by allowing you to track and compare data from multiple points on a single chart. Whether you’re troubleshooting a cooling system or optimizing energy use, Multi-Point Trending gives you the tools to make informed decisions quickly and efficiently.