TEXT BOXES in Power BI: Enhancing User Interaction

Wed May 29, 2024

Introduction:

Text boxes are visual elements in Power BI that allow users to add and display text-based content within a report. They serve as containers for text, providing a means to add descriptions, explanations, titles, subtitles, annotations, or other textual information to enhance the understanding and presentation of data. The purpose of text boxes in Power BI is to provide context, add narrative, and guide users through the data exploration process. They enable report creators to communicate key insights, provide instructions, and deliver additional information to enhance the overall user experience.

  • Navigate to the “Home” tab in the Power BI ribbon.
  • Click on the “Text Box” button.

A blank text box will appear on your report canvas.

  • Position the text box in the desired location on the canvas by clicking and dragging it.
  • To enter text, simply click inside the text box and start typing. You can also copy and paste text from other sources.
    Use the “Alignment” options to adjust the text alignment within the text box (left, center, right).
  • You can customize the font size, and font style of the text.

  • The “Background” options allow you to change the background color

  • The “Border” options let you customize the border color, style, and thickness of the text box.

Experiment with other formatting options such as padding, margin, and text box transparency to achieve the desired look and feel.

Vijay Kashyap
A California-based travel writer, lover of food, oceans, and nature.