Quick summary
Adding a data connection in Power BI lets you import data from external sources directly into your reports. Using the Get Data feature, you can browse available connectors, select a file or source, preview tables, and load data ready for visualization.
Steps
- Launch Power BI and go to the Home tab. Click the Get Data button.
- You'll see popular options, or click More... to browse all available connectors.
- Choose the source you want to connect to. When prompted, select your file and click Open.
- Once connected, Power BI shows a preview of the available tables or data.
- Select the data you want and click Load to bring it into Power BI.
- After loading, pull the data into your report and start building visuals.
