How to Make a Bar Graph in Power BI
- George Apostolov
How to Make a Bar Graph in Power BI: step-by-step guide
Open your Power BI report.
Make sure you’ve loaded your data.
Click on the 'Visualizations' pane in your' Report' view.
Click on the 'Bar chart' icon.
In the Fields pane, drag and drop fields.
By following these steps, you can create a Bar chart in Power BI.
Quick answer: To make a bar graph in Power BI, open your report with loaded data, select the Visualizations pane in the Report view, click the Bar chart icon, and drag and drop fields from the Fields pane.
About this Power BI tutorial
Create a bar graph in Power BI by opening your report, selecting the Visualizations pane, choosing the bar chart icon, and dragging your data fields. This guide shows how to make a Bar Graph in Power BI in 6 steps, starting with "Open your Power BI report" and finishing with "By following these steps, you can create a Bar chart 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 make a Bar Graph 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 Make a Column Chart in Power BI, How to Make a Filter in Power BI and How to Make a Histogram in Power BI. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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