# How to Add Dataset in Power BI

> To add a dataset in Power BI, first navigate to the Home tab and click Get Data. Next, choose your data source, select a file from your computer, click Open, and select the desired table to load. Finally, go to the visualizations pane, select a visual, and drag the fields to view your dataset.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-add-dataset-in-power-bi/
Apps: Power BI
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a2d4657f8f6cdddddd57c/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. Make sure you’re on the 'Home' tab. Click the 'Get Data' button on the top left.
2. Choose your data source.
3. Select a file from your computer and click 'Open'.
4. Select the table you want to import and click 'Load'.
5. Go to the 'visualizations' pane.
6. Select a visual.
7. Once loaded, you can drag the fields and see your dataset in.