How to Upgrade Power BI Desktop
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How to Upgrade Power BI Desktop: step-by-step guide
Open Microsoft Store.
Click on your profile.
Select 'Settings' from the menu.
Make sure 'App updates' is turned 'ON'.
Quick answer: To upgrade Power BI Desktop, open Microsoft Store, click on your profile, select Settings from the menu, and make sure App updates is turned ON to keep your software current.
About this Power BI tutorial
Keep Power BI Desktop up to date by enabling automatic app updates directly through your Microsoft Store settings menu for seamless performance. This guide shows how to upgrade Power BI Desktop in 4 steps, starting with "Open Microsoft Store " and finishing with "Make sure 'App updates' is turned 'ON'". 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 upgrade Power BI Desktop?
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 Upload Power BI to Web, How to Use Bookmarks in Power BI and How to Use DAX in Power BI. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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