Different views available in Power BI Desktop

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What are the different views available in Power BI Desktop

Jaish Mathews · Answer

In Power BI Desktop, there are three main views available, each serving a specific purpose in the data modeling and visualization process: 1. Report View Purpose : To create and design visualizations (charts, graphs, tables, etc.) for data reporting. Key Features : Drag and drop fields to create visual elements. Use a wide range of visual types like bar charts, pie charts, maps, and custom visuals. Arrange visuals on pages to design interactive reports. Apply slicers, filters, and bookmarks to make the report interactive. Format visuals and pages (e.g., color, size, labels). Typical Users : Analysts and designers focused on creating data-driven reports. 2. Data View Purpose : To view, inspect, and explore data in tabular format after it has been imported into Power BI. Key Features : View raw data from tables. Make minor data corrections (e.g., renaming columns or fields). Add calculated columns and tables using DAX (Data Analysis Expressions) . Validate data transformations applied during the ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) process. Typical Users : Analysts working on verifying and refining datasets. 3. Model View Purpose : To manage and visualize the relationships between tables in your data model. Key Features : Create, edit, and view relationships between tables. Define cardinality (e.g., one-to-many, many-to-many). Set up cross-filtering directions (single or both). Configure table properties such as row-level security (RLS). Organize tables and columns for clarity using folders and display folders. Typical Users : Data modelers ensuring the integrity and efficiency of the data model. Summary of Views View Purpose Key Focus Report View Design visual reports Visualizations and interactivity Data View Inspect and refine data Tables and DAX calculations Model View Manage table relationships Relationships and model structure Each view is accessible via the icons in the left-hand pane of Power BI Desktop, allowing you to switch between them seamlessly.

Amit Mohanty · Answer

Power BI Desktop offers three main views: Report View : Create and design interactive reports with charts, tables, and visuals. Data View : Explore and analyze raw data in tabular format; create calculated columns and measures. Model View : Manage relationships between tables, edit properties, and define hierarchies. For more details check the below links: https://go.christiansteven.com/bi-blog/power-bi/what-are-the-different-views-in-power-bi-desktop https://chartexpo.com/blog/views-in-power-bi

Different views available in Power BI Desktop

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