How to Open Power Query in Power BI
- George Apostolov
How to Open Power Query in Power BI: step-by-step guide
Open Power BI Desktop and select a data source to start with.
Import data from Excel.
Click 'Transform Data' to open it directly in the Power Query Editor.
By following these steps, it will launch the 'Power Query Editor' window.
Quick answer: To launch Power Query in Power BI Desktop, first select a data source and import data from Excel. Next, click Transform Data. This action will open the Power Query Editor directly.
About this Power BI tutorial
Open the Power Query Editor in Power BI by importing Excel data and selecting Transform Data to launch the window. This guide shows how to open Power Query in Power BI in 4 steps, starting with "Open Power BI Desktop and select a data source to start with" and finishing with "By following these steps, it will launch the 'Power Query Editor' window". 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 open Power Query in Power BI?
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 Organize Visuals in Power BI, How to Print in Power BI and How to Print Power BI Dashboard. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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