Abstract: A data visualization metrics explorer can be provided using JSON and hypertext. When an element of a grid row is selected, a new metrics explorer blade can be opened. A filter can be applied so that only information associated with the selected element is presented. Additional filters may also be applied to the data that is displayed. Progressive, iterative filtering can occur. The links between blades can be specified using JSON and hypertext. Multi-linking and re-use of individual JSON files can be performed by linking the JSON files together into a web. The web of visualization can be used to construct a web of visualization actions enabling data visualization exploration.