Quick summary
Power BI Desktop is a free Microsoft tool that lets you connect to data sources, build interactive reports and charts, and share insights across your organization. This guide walks you through every step — from downloading the app to saving your first finished report.
Steps
- Go to the Microsoft App Store, search for Power BI Desktop, and click on it to download.
- Open Power BI Desktop and select a data source to begin.
- In the 'Get Data' window, choose your data source and click 'Connect'.
- Select the data you want to work with and click 'Load' to import it.
- Create your report and build charts using your loaded data.
- Customize the look and layout of your report to suit your needs.
- Click the 'File' menu to save your report when you're done.
