How to Add Filter Visual in Power BI
- George Apostolov
How to Add Filter Visual in Power BI: step-by-step guide
Let's start by opening your Power BI report where you'd like to add filters.
Select the visual you want apply filters to by clicking on it once.
Look for the 'Filters' pane on the right side of your screen - this is where the magic happens.
Now, drag the field you want to filter by from the 'Data' pane into the appropriate filter section.
Click the field you just added and select your filtering criteria - you can choose basic or advanced filtering options depending on your needs.
You've done it! Your filter is now applied. Remember you can add multiple filters and adjust them anytime as your data exploration needs change.
Quick answer: To add a filter visual in Power BI, open your report, select a visual, and open the Filters pane. Drag your desired field from the Data pane into the filter section, then select your basic or advanced filtering criteria to apply the filter.
About this Power BI tutorial
Apply filters to your data visuals in Power BI by selecting a report element, using the Filters pane, and choosing your filtering criteria. This guide shows how to add Filter Visual in Power BI in 6 steps, starting with "Let's start by opening your Power BI report where you'd like to add filters" and finishing with "You've done it! Your filter is now applied. Remember you can add multiple filters and a...". 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 Filter Visual in Power BI?
6 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 Formulas in Power BI, How to Add Grand Total in Power BI and How to Add Graph in Power BI. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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