How to Install Power BI Desktop
- George Apostolov
How to Install Power BI Desktop: step-by-step guide
First, let's visit the Microsoft website to download Power BI Desktop. Head to powerbi.microsoft.com.
On the website, look for the 'Download' button, usually found in the top navigation bar.
Click 'Get' and select the version that matches your system.
Once downloaded, run the installer and follow the prompts.
Quick answer: To install Power BI Desktop, visit powerbi.microsoft.com, click the Download button in the top navigation bar, select Get and choose the version matching your system, and finally run the downloaded installer and follow the prompts.
About this Power BI tutorial
Download and install Power BI Desktop by visiting the Microsoft website, selecting your system version, and running the installer. This guide shows how to install Power BI Desktop in 4 steps, starting with "First, let's visit the Microsoft website to download Power BI Desktop. Head to powerbi...." and finishing with "Once downloaded, run the installer and follow the prompts". 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 install Power BI Desktop?
4 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 Install Power BI Desktop on Mac, How to Install Power BI on Mac and How to Install Power BI Mobile App. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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