Posts filed under Power BI

Using Paired Columns in Power BI Field Parameters for Accurate Grouping

Video by: Reid Havens

Field parameters in Power BI offer powerful flexibility when using them for custom visual hierarchies. However, certain columns shouldn’t be used alone, especially when they’re part of a hierarchy or grouped relationship. In this video, I demonstrate how to create a field parameter setup that ensures key columns are always selected together. This approach avoids misleading rollups and duplicated values in matrix visuals, keeping your reports accurate and intuitive.

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Field Parameters in Power BI

Posted on May 20, 2025 and filed under Slicers & Filters, Power BI, Power BI Features.

Bookmarks + Field Parameters = Better Hierarchy Controls!

Video by: Reid Havens

Learn how to combine Bookmarks with Field Parameters to give users the option for one-click hierarchy configurations but also custom hierarchy level ordering for advanced configurations. Tune in to learn more!

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Creating Bookmarks
Field Parameters

Posted on April 22, 2025 and filed under Slicers & Filters, Power BI, Reporting.

Creating a Dynamic Label Toggle Button Using ONE VISUAL!

Video by: Reid Havens

Learn how to leverage the newer tile slicer (thanks #PBICoreVisuals Team!), a bit of [DAX] Magic, and some clever techniques to create a single button toggle slicer using only a single visual! Plus, this single button even has a dynamic (on/off) label. Tune in to learn more!

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Microsoft Learn: Field Parameters
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Posted on January 7, 2025 and filed under Visualizations, Power BI.