How to Change Color in Power BI
- George Apostolov
How to Change Color in Power BI: step-by-step guide
Select your visual and go to the 'Visualizations' pane.
Go to the 'Format' pane.
Select the 'Visual' section.
Select 'Column headers'.
Pick a new color for each category that you want to change.
Make your visual stand out and match your theme by customizing each category.
Go to 'Apply settings to' and enable the change in font colors and background.
That's it! You have successfully changed colors in Power BI.
Quick answer: To change color in Power BI, select your visual in the Visualizations pane, go to the Format pane, and access the Visual section. Next, select Column headers, pick a new color for each category, and go to Apply settings to in order to enable font and background color changes.
About this Power BI tutorial
Customize your visual elements and match themes by modifying column headers, fonts, and background colors within your reports. This guide shows how to change Color in Power BI in 8 steps, starting with "Select your visual and go to the 'Visualizations' pane" and finishing with "That's it! You have successfully changed colors in Power BI". 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 Color in Power BI?
8 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 Data Source in Power BI, How to Change Data Type in Power BI and How to Change Date Format in Power BI. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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