How to Create Buttons in Power BI
- George Apostolov
How to Create Buttons in Power BI: step-by-step guide
Navigate to the report that you want to use a button.
Go to the 'Insert' tab and select 'Buttons'.
Go to the 'Format button' pane on the right.
Under the 'Button' options, customize the style, color, size, and transparency.
Select an icon type, color, and placement.
Go to the 'Action' tab.
Turn on the 'Action' toggle.
Choose the desired action from the following options.
That's it! You now have an interactive icon that functions as a button in Power BI.
Quick answer: To create buttons in Microsoft Power BI, navigate to your report, select 'Buttons' from the 'Insert' tab, customize styles and icons in the 'Format button' pane, and enable the 'Action' toggle to choose your desired action.
About this Power BI tutorial
Add interactive buttons to your reports in Power BI by using the Insert tab, customizing style settings, and enabling actions. This guide shows how to create Buttons in Power BI in 9 steps, starting with "Navigate to the report that you want to use a button" and finishing with "That's it! You now have an interactive icon that functions as a button 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 create Buttons in Power BI?
9 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 Create Combo Chart in Power BI, How to Create Custom Columns in Power BI and How to Create Custom Measure in Power BI. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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