How to Change Background Color in Power BI
- George Apostolov
How to Change Background Color in Power BI: step-by-step guide
Click on a blank area of the report canvas.
In the 'Visualizations' pane, click the 'Format' icon.
Select the 'Canvas background' option.
Under 'Canvas Background', go to the 'Color' section and choose your color.
Adjust transparency by dragging the slider.
That's it! You have successfully changed the background of the entire report page.
Quick answer: To change the background color in Power BI, click a blank area of the report canvas, open the Format icon in the Visualizations pane, and select Canvas background. Next, choose your desired color under the Color section and adjust the transparency using the slider to update the report page background.
About this Power BI tutorial
Customize your report page background color and transparency in Power BI by updating the Canvas background settings within the Visualizations pane. This guide shows how to change Background Color in Power BI in 6 steps, starting with "Click on a blank area of the report canvas" and finishing with "That's it! You have successfully changed the background of the entire report page". 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 change Background Color 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 Change Category Label in Power BI, How to Change Color in Power BI and How to Change Data Source in Power BI. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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