How to Add Dataset in Power BI
- George Apostolov
How to Add Dataset in Power BI: step-by-step guide
Make sure you’re on the 'Home' tab. Click the 'Get Data' button on the top left.
Choose your data source.
Select a file from your computer and click 'Open'.
Select the table you want to import and click 'Load'.
Go to the 'visualizations' pane.
Select a visual.
Once loaded, you can drag the fields and see your dataset in.
Quick answer: 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.
About this Power BI tutorial
Import files and load tables into Power BI by selecting your data source, choosing a table, and dragging fields into the visualizations pane. This guide shows how to add Dataset in Power BI in 7 steps, starting with "Make sure you’re on the 'Home' tab. Click the 'Get Data' button on the top left" and finishing with "Once loaded, you can drag the fields and see your dataset in". 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 Dataset in Power BI?
7 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 Drill-Down in Power BI, How to Add Filter in Power BI and How to Add Filter Visual in Power BI. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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