How to Refresh a Dataset in Power BI
- George Apostolov
How to Refresh a Dataset in Power BI: step-by-step guide
Open your Power BI desktop and navigate to your desired dataset.
Go to the 'Home' tab.
Click the 'Refresh' button to refresh the Power BI dataset.
Power BI will re-query your data source and update the visuals.
Quick answer: To refresh a dataset in Power BI desktop, open your desired dataset and navigate to the Home tab. Click the Refresh button to prompt Power BI to re-query your data source and update the visuals.
About this Power BI tutorial
Update your visuals by re-querying data sources with a single click in Power BI desktop. This guide shows how to refresh a Dataset in Power BI in 4 steps, starting with "Open your Power BI desktop and navigate to your desired dataset" and finishing with "Power BI will re-query your data source and update the visuals". 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 refresh a Dataset 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 Refresh Power BI Report, How to Refresh Data in Power BI Online and How to Refresh the Data in Power BI Reports. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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