Remove visual distractions from tables
I’m not a fan of the capsules shown beside VV metrics.
Decimal aligned numbers are easy to compare visually; these cartoonish graphics not so much.
They take up so much space that if removed I’d be able to see and easily compare VST RV RS RT CI one one screen instead of just VST RV RS as shown in screenshot.
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Robert Bond
commented
Toggle on/off or just both capsule & digits would be good.
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Alan Johnston
commented
When displaying large watchlist, the colour swatches besides the values eg VST/RV/RS/RT etc are very distracting and I believe not adding any real value. The numerical list is just so much easier to read as against the numerics and colour combinations.
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Alberto Treves
commented
Please! remove visual distractions. We all understand numbers.
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Brian Wheeldon
commented
Thanks for the response. “ Would a toggle or display setting like that work for your workflow?”
Yes, a user preference option for
“Show Capsules” that can be turned off is a great solution for advanced users -
AdminChris Adams
(Admin, VectorVest)
commented
Thanks for the detailed feedback, we really appreciate it.
The capsule-style graphics next to the VV metrics were designed to help newer users quickly grasp the meaning of the 0–2 scale, which is foundational to VectorVest’s proprietary analysis. Similar to the gauges we use elsewhere, they visually reinforce whether a value is weak, average, or strong, especially for users still learning what VST, RV, RS, and RT represent.
That said, we completely understand your point, experienced users benefit more from compact, decimal-aligned tables that allow for quicker visual comparison and scanning. You make a great case for giving users the option to toggle off the visual aids and display only the raw numeric values. We’re exploring ways to make that kind of customization available, particularly as we support users progressing from learning to power-using the system.
Would a toggle or display setting like that work for your workflow? Your input helps us strike the right balance between clarity for new users and efficiency for seasoned ones.