The biggest change you’ll notice in the latest release to the FEWS NET Data Explorer (FDE) is that your search criteria is now retained even if you reload or navigate away from a domain page. We’ve also updated the process to reset your password, and implemented fixes for the data series selection functionality. Plus, this month’s how to video takes a closer look at the options for interacting with charts and maps.

Global Updates

Retained Search Criteria

All FDE domain pages now retain your most recent search criteria between visits to FDE, as well as when you refresh a page or move between pages. You can pick up right where you left off without having to reenter your search terms or reselect filters.

If at any time you’d like to clear your search criteria, select the Reset Search button.

Improved Password Management 

A new simplified process will guide you to easily reset and change your password within FDE if needed. After selecting Forgot Password? on the login screen, enter your email address and click Reset My Password to receive an email to reset and change your password.

Bug Fixes

The latest release includes two fixes that correct the behavior of data series selection:

• An issue with using the Select All button for a large number of data series has been fixed so that the data series can be selected as expected.

• We’ve corrected the behavior of de-selecting all data series in the Selected and This Search tabs.

We’ve also corrected the default permissions for new Google Single Sign-On accounts to ensure new users can immediately access the public domains.

▶️ How To Series: Using Charts and Maps

This month’s video takes a closer look at visualizing data series as a chart or map. Watch now to learn how to interact with these visualizations and download them as static images.