How to Create Measures in Power BI
- George Apostolov
How to Create Measures in Power BI: step-by-step guide
Once you have your data loaded, click on the 'Table view'.
Select 'New Measure'.
In the formula bar, type a DAX formula.
Click on the check icon to apply and commit the expression.
Press 'Enter' and your measure is ready.
Measures will appear in the 'Data' pane with a calculator icon next to them.
Quick answer: To create measures in Power BI, click the Table view after loading data, select New Measure, type a DAX formula in the formula bar, click the check icon to commit the expression, and press Enter. Your new measure will appear in the Data pane with a calculator icon.
About this Power BI tutorial
Build DAX formulas and add calculated metrics to your data models in Power BI using the Table view and formula bar. This guide shows how to create Measures in Power BI in 6 steps, starting with "Once you have your data loaded, click on the 'Table view'" and finishing with "Measures will appear in the 'Data' pane with a calculator icon next to them". 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 Measures 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 Create Pivot Table in Power BI, How to Create Power BI Workspace and How to Create Relationships in Power BI. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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