How to Format a Number in Power BI
- George Apostolov
How to Format a Number in Power BI: step-by-step guide
Select your visual and navigate to the 'Format visual' panel on the right side of your screen.
Click on the 'General' section in the formatting options.
Expand the 'General' menu and locate 'Data format' to customize how your numbers appear.
Now, select the specific column you want to format from the available fields list.
Under 'Format options', click the dropdown and select 'Percentage'. Your numbers will instantly transform from boring decimals to meaningful percentages.
That's all there is to it! Your numbers are now properly formatted and ready to tell their story in your Power BI report.
Quick answer: To format a number in Power BI, select your visual and open the Format visual panel. Click General, expand Data format, and choose your column from the fields list. Finally, open the Format options dropdown and select Percentage to instantly transform your decimals into percentages.
About this Power BI tutorial
Transform decimals into percentages in Power BI by configuring the Data format settings within the visual formatting panel. This guide shows how to format a Number in Power BI in 6 steps, starting with "Select your visual and navigate to the 'Format visual' panel on the right side of your..." and finishing with "That's all there is to it! Your numbers are now properly formatted and ready to tell th...". 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 Number 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 Data in Power BI, How to Get Power BI and How to Get Started with Power BI. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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