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Power BI is a Microsoft platform for business intelligence that allows users to visualize and share data insights. Key concepts include dashboards, reports, datasets, and various chart types such as bar, line, and pie charts. Best practices emphasize clarity, consistency, and interactivity in dashboard design.

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Power BI is a Microsoft platform for business intelligence that allows users to visualize and share data insights. Key concepts include dashboards, reports, datasets, and various chart types such as bar, line, and pie charts. Best practices emphasize clarity, consistency, and interactivity in dashboard design.

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Power BI Charts and Dashboard Core Guide

Introduction to Power BI

Power BI is a business intelligence and analytics platform developed by Microsoft. It enables users
to collect, transform, visualize, and share data insights quickly and effectively.

Power BI Core Concepts

Dashboard: Single-page visualization canvas.


Report: Multi-page exploration of datasets.
Dataset: Collection of source data.
Tiles: Individual visuals on dashboards.
Pages: Tabs organizing visuals logically.
Filters: Criteria to limit displayed data.
Slicers: Visual dynamic filters.
Drill-through: Navigation from summary to details.

Core Charts Explained

Bar Chart: Horizontal comparison.


Column Chart: Vertical comparison.
Line Chart: Trend over time.
Pie Chart: Parts of a whole.
Donut Chart: Pie with center hole.
Area Chart: Trend with volume.
Scatter Chart: Correlation analysis.
Bubble Chart: Three-variable analysis.
Treemap: Hierarchical nested rectangles.
Table: Raw data view.
Matrix: Pivot-table-like view.
Card: Single key figure.
Multi-row Card: Multiple figures.
Funnel Chart: Process stages.
Gauge: Progress indicator.

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Power BI Charts and Dashboard Core Guide

Waterfall Chart: Incremental changes.


Combo Chart: Combined visuals.

Best Practices for Dashboards

Choose appropriate visuals. Maintain clarity and cleanliness. Use consistent color schemes. Label
clearly. Highlight important metrics. Ensure interactivity. Test responsiveness across devices.

Ending and Quick Tips

Power BI transforms raw data into actionable insights. Always start with clear objectives, prioritize
simplicity, and continually practice building reports to refine your skills.

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