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Connecting to Excel data (.xlsx files) is quick and easy in Power BI. In this blog, we explain how to connect to an Excel Workbook in Power BI desktop.
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One of the most common import-export data formats that you will come across is the infamous CSV dataset. In this blog, we explain how to connect already created CSV data to your Power BI Desktop application.
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One way to enable your team to work efficiently within Power BI is to allow them to tap into datasets that have already been published to the Power BI Service (cloud-based). In this blog, we explain how to connect to datasets already published in the Power BI Service with the Power BI Desktop application.
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SharePoint Lists is a handy tool that makes storing and working with data an easier task. SharePoint Lists are easy to use and can be easily updated by users. In this blog, we explore how we can connect to SharePoint Lists in the Power BI Desktop application.