What does a file count parameter collected for five separate folders (with each representing a dimensional value) equate to in terms of custom metrics?

When considering how custom metrics are defined in the context of Dynatrace, a file count parameter that is collected for five separate folders indicates that each folder represents a unique dimensional value. Custom metrics in Dynatrace typically quantify measurements tied to distinct dimensions in order to provide insights into performance or resource utilization.

In this scenario, having five folders means you have five different instances of that measurement metric, each tied to its own context or dimension. Thus, it logically follows that the collection of a single metric (file count) across five separate dimensional values results in a total of five custom metrics.

In Dynatrace, the creation of custom metrics is driven by both the metric itself and the associated dimensions. Therefore, since there is one file count metric represented for each of the five folders, you're left with a total of five distinct custom metrics overall. This makes it clear why having five folders directly translates to five custom metrics, matching the dimensional values represented by each folder.