How to Use Icons as Buttons in Power BI
- George Apostolov
How to Use Icons as Buttons in Power BI: step-by-step guide
Navigate to the report that you want to use a button.
Go to the 'Insert' tab and select 'Buttons'.
Go to the 'Format button' pane on the right.
Under the 'Button' options, customize the style, color, size, and transparency.
Select an icon type, color, and placement.
Go to the 'Action' tab.
Turn on the 'Action' toggle.
Choose the desired action from the following options.
That's it! You now have an interactive icon functioning as a button in Power BI.
Quick answer: To use icons as buttons in Power BI, navigate to your report, insert a button from the Insert tab, and customize its style and icon in the Format pane. Next, enable the Action toggle under the Action tab and choose your desired action to create an interactive button.
About this Power BI tutorial
Set up interactive icon buttons in Power BI by inserting a button, customizing its style, and enabling the action toggle. This guide shows how to use Icons as Buttons in Power BI in 9 steps, starting with "Navigate to the report that you want to use a button" and finishing with "That's it! You now have an interactive icon functioning as a button in Power BI". 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 Icons as Buttons in Power BI?
9 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 Parameters in Power BI, How to Use Power BI Desktop and How to Use Power BI Free. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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