A Simple Grid is used to display raw data from a single dataset
To create a Simple Grid
Ensure you are on a dashboard (not created from a template).
Click on the menu located in the top-right corner of the screen.
Select 'Add Visualization' -> 'Create new gadget.'
In the 'Create new gadget' window, select 'Simple Grid' as the gadget type.
Enter a name for the Simple Grid gadget.
Select the dataset that you want to display data.
Once you've selected the desired dataset, choose the fields that you want to display by clicking on 'Add Column'
To change the displayed column name, add aliases to the selected columns.
To remove a column click on the 'X' in the list of fields.
To reorder columns, simply drag & drop the fields from the list of fields.
To specify the sort order, click on 'Add Sort' at the bottom of the gadget settings form.
Select the field and the desired order (ascending / descending) you want to use for sorting.
Set the default date range for your Simple Grid using the date picker
If you want to set up a report to drill down to from this gadget, select a report from the dropdown located in the top-right corner.
Once you've configured the default date scope, run time filters & scope filters, click 'Save'.
The Simple Grid gadget will be added to the bottom of your dashboard. Scroll down if needed to re-position and resize the gadget as required.