# How to Format a Column in Power BI

> To format a column in Power BI Desktop, open your visual and go to the Table view. Select the column, open the Data type drop-down menu, and choose a new data type. Finally, click Yes to confirm the changes.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-format-a-column-in-power-bi/
Apps: Power BI
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a3e92ab56e05a00fe6623/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. Open Power BI Desktop and select your visual.
2. Go to the 'Table view'.
3. Click on the column you want.
4. Go to the 'Data type' and click the drop-down arrow.
5. Select a new data type for your column.
6. Click 'Yes' to confirm the changes.