How to Use DAX in Power BI
- George Apostolov
How to Use DAX in Power BI: step-by-step guide
Once you have your data loaded, click on the 'Table view'.
Select 'New Measure'.
Write your DAX (Data Analysis Expressions) formula in the empty field.
Click on the check icon to apply and commit the expression.
Press 'Enter', and your new measure table is ready.
Quick answer: To use DAX in Power BI, click the Table view after loading data, select New Measure, and write your DAX formula in the empty field. Click the check icon to apply the expression, then press Enter to finalize your new measure table.
About this Power BI tutorial
Create new measures with DAX formulas in Power BI by writing expressions in Table view and committing them with the check icon. This guide shows how to use DAX in Power BI in 5 steps, starting with "Once you have your data loaded, click on the 'Table view'" and finishing with "Press 'Enter', and your new measure table is ready". 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 use DAX in Power BI?
5 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 Use Drill Through in Power BI, How to Use Filters in Power BI and How to Use Icons as Buttons in Power BI. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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