How to Add Data in Power BI
- George Apostolov
How to Add Data in Power BI: step-by-step guide
Launch the application on your computer. Go to the 'Home' tab and select 'Get Data'.
Select a data source.
After connecting, you will see a preview of your data. Select 'Load' to import the data directly.
Once data is loaded, it will appear in the data view and can be used in reports.
Quick answer: To add data in Power BI, launch the application, go to the Home tab, and select Get Data. Choose your data source, preview the data, and click Load to import it. Once loaded, the data appears in the data view and is ready for use in reports.
About this Power BI tutorial
Import and manage your datasets in Power BI by connecting to data sources, previewing information, and loading it directly into reports. This guide shows how to add Data in Power BI in 4 steps, starting with "Launch the application on your computer. Go to the 'Home' tab and select 'Get Data'" and finishing with "Once data is loaded, it will appear in the data view and can be used in reports". 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 Data in Power BI?
4 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 Data Labels in Power BI, How to Add Dataset in Power BI and How to Add Drill-Down in Power BI. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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