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Rename "Other" value

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Level 2

3/31/25

Change the value "Others" to "Desktop" for the "Mobile Device Type" dimension.

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Level 3

3/31/25

You can use a Processing Rule to change the value of "Others" in the Mobile Device Type dimension.

If you can provide more details about the issue you're facing, I'd be happy to assist further!

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Level 4

4/3/25

Hi @ropatel-bnym ,

Refer the below solution: 


Adobe Analytics does not allow direct modification of the "Mobile Device Type" dimension values. However, if you want to treat "Others" as "Desktop" for reporting purposes, here are some practical workarounds:

1. Create a Segment for Desktop Traffic

Since "Others" may include desktops, bots, and unrecognized devices, refine it with a segment:

  • Mobile Device Type = Others

  • AND Screen Resolution Width ≥ 1024px (or another resolution commonly associated with desktops)

This helps filter desktop users from other traffic within "Others."

2. Use Classification Rules

If you want to rename "Others" as "Desktop" in reports:

  • Navigate to Admin > Report Suites > Classification Importer

  • Create a Classification for "Mobile Device Type"

  • Upload a mapping file where "Others" is relabeled as "Desktop"

  • Apply it and allow time for processing

3. Processing Rules (Admin Access Required)

  • Go to Admin > Report Suites > Processing Rules

  • Add a rule:

    • IF "Mobile Device Type" = "Others" AND Device Type contains "Windows" or "Mac"

    • THEN overwrite eVarX (or a custom prop) with "Desktop"

This won’t change historical data but helps with future reporting.

Since Adobe Analytics' default device detection is based on user-agent classification, there's no out-of-the-box way to rename "Others" globally. These workarounds ensure a more accurate analysis of "Desktop" traffic.