How to Format a Column in Power BI
- George Apostolov
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How to Format a Column in Power BI: step-by-step guide
Open Power BI Desktop and select your visual.
Go to the 'Table view'.
Click on the column you want.
Go to the 'Data type' and click the drop-down arrow.
Select a new data type for your column.
Click 'Yes' to confirm the changes.
Quick answer: 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.
About this Power BI tutorial
Change column data types in Power BI Desktop by selecting the column in Table view, choosing a new type from the menu, and confirming. This guide shows how to format a Column in Power BI in 6 steps, starting with "Open Power BI Desktop and select your visual" and finishing with "Click 'Yes' to confirm the changes". 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 format a Column 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 Format a Number in Power BI, How to Format Data in Power BI and How to Get Power BI. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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