# How to Add Text to Power BI

> To add text in Power BI, start a new report by entering data manually, open the blank report designer, and select the text box from the visualization pane. Next, drag and position the text box on your report, type your desired content, and use the formatting tools to adjust the font, size, and alignment.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-add-text-to-power-bi/
Apps: Power BI
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a2f0cd673bd5aa8e6133a/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. Go to the 'Home' tab, select '+ New report'.
2. Choose to manually enter data for this demo - it's a quick way to see how text elements work in Power BI.
3. Click 'Create a blank report'. This is where we'll add both visualizations and explanatory text.
4. Click 'Create' and confirm your data source to open the report designer workspace.
5. Select 'Text box' from the visualization pane to add descriptive text alongside your data visuals.
6. Drag and position your text box where it makes sense - headers work well at the top, while explanatory notes can go beside charts.
7. Type your text and use the formatting options to adjust font, size, and alignment to match your report's style.
8. Your text is now integrated into your Power BI report.