How to Update Values in Power BI
- George Apostolov
How to Update Values in Power BI: step-by-step guide
Open your Power BI desktop and navigate to your report.
Go to the 'Home' tab.
Click the 'Refresh' button to update the values in Power BI.
Power BI will re-query your data source and update the visuals.
Quick answer: To update values in Power BI, open your report in Power BI Desktop, navigate to the Home tab, and click the Refresh button. This action prompts Power BI to re-query your data source and update the visuals automatically.
About this Power BI tutorial
Refresh your visuals and re-query data sources instantly by clicking the Refresh button on the Home tab in Power BI Desktop. This guide shows how to update Values in Power BI in 4 steps, starting with "Open your Power BI desktop and navigate to your report" 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 update Values 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 Upgrade Power BI Desktop, How to Upload Power BI to Web and How to Use Bookmarks in Power BI. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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