How to Add Calculated Column in Power BI
- George Apostolov
How to Add Calculated Column in Power BI: step-by-step guide
Open your Power BI desktop, go to the 'Home' tab, and select 'Blank report'.
Select a data source to add data to your report.
Click 'Load'.
Click the table icon on the left panel.
In the top ribbon, click 'New Column'.
A formula bar appears where you can write your DAX expression.
Click the check icon to commit and apply the formula.
Power BI will add the new column to your table. You can now use it in visuals.
Quick answer: To add a calculated column in Power BI Desktop, open a blank report, load a data source, open the table view, click New Column in the ribbon, write your DAX expression in the formula bar, and click the check icon to apply the formula to your table.
About this Power BI tutorial
Create a calculated column in Power BI by writing a DAX expression in the formula bar and applying it to your data table for visuals. This guide shows how to add Calculated Column in Power BI in 8 steps, starting with "Open your Power BI desktop, go to the 'Home' tab, and select 'Blank report'" and finishing with "Power BI will add the new column to your table. You can now use it in visuals". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Power BI interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to add Calculated Column in Power BI?
8 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Power BI data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Power BI. Related guides: How to Add Calculated Field in Power BI, How to Add a Connection in Power BI and How to Add a Custom Visual in Power BI. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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