What are placeholders primarily used for in Dynatrace?

Placeholders in Dynatrace are primarily used for customizing user action names. This functionality allows users to create dynamic and context-specific names for user actions in their monitoring setup. By utilizing placeholders, users can insert variable data into action names, which can include attributes such as user IDs, session IDs, or other relevant dimensions. This capability enhances the granularity and clarity of monitoring data, enabling teams to better understand user interactions and behavior when analyzing performance and troubleshooting issues.

This customization improves reporting and analysis, making it easier to identify trends, monitor specific user behaviors, or track the performance of distinct application functionalities. It also contributes to more meaningful visualizations in dashboards and reports, allowing stakeholders to derive actionable insights from more detailed and context-rich data.