How to Join Data in Power BI
- George Apostolov
How to Join Data in Power BI: step-by-step guide
Select a source and add data to your report.
Click 'Load' to load your data into Power BI.
Go to 'Model' view.
Drag a field from one table to the matching field in another table.
A window for 'New relationship' appears. Power BI will suggest a relationship type. Select one and click 'Save.'
That's it! You have successfully joined data in Power BI.
Quick answer: To join data in Power BI, add data from a source, click 'Load', go to 'Model' view, drag a field from one table to a matching field in another, and save the suggested relationship in the 'New relationship' window.
About this Power BI tutorial
Combine your data sources in Power BI by loading tables, navigating to Model view, and dragging fields together to create relationships. This guide shows how to join Data in Power BI in 6 steps, starting with "Select a source and add data to your report" and finishing with "That's it! You have successfully joined data in Power BI". 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 join Data 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 Join Tables in Power BI, How to Link Power BI to Excel and How to Link Slicers in Power BI. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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