Unlock the Power of AI Generated DAX Measures in Power BI

Unlock the Power of AI Generated DAX Measures in Power BI

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Enabling the Natural Language Tax Generator
3. Logging into Power BI Service
4. Tenant Settings in Power BI Service
5. Getting Started with the Natural Language Dax Generator
6. Generating Dax Measures
7. Limitations and Issues
8. Who should use the Natural Language Dax Generator?
9. Conclusion

📌 Introduction

In this article, we will explore the Natural Language Dax Generator, a new feature released as part of the October 2022 power bi desktop update. This feature, officially known as Quick Measure Suggestions, allows artificial intelligence to generate Dax measures for you. However, before you can start using this feature, there are a few steps you need to follow.

📌 Enabling the Natural Language Tax Generator

The first step is to enable the Natural Language Dax Generator in Power BI Desktop. To do this, go to File > Options and settings > Options. In the Options pane, navigate to Preview features and find the Quick Measure Suggestions option. Enable this option and restart Power BI Desktop.

📌 Logging into Power BI Service

Next, make sure you are logged into the Power BI service. In the top right-HAND corner, click on the user icon and enter your credentials. It is important to be logged in because the artificial intelligence will generate your Dax measures via the Power BI service.

📌 Tenant Settings in Power BI Service

Before you can access the Natural Language Dax Generator, you need to adjust the tenant settings in the Power BI service. In the admin portal, navigate to the Settings section and scroll to the bottom. There you will find the option to allow quick measure suggestions and allow user data to leave their geography. If these settings are not available to you, reach out to the person who has admin access for assistance. You may need their help to enable these settings.

📌 Getting Started with the Natural Language Dax Generator

To get started with the Natural Language Dax Generator, you need to have some data in your model. Upload or import a dataset into Power BI Desktop. Once your data is ready, select the Quick Measure option in the toolbar. Then, go to the Suggestions tab in the Quick Measure pane.

📌 Generating Dax Measures

In the Suggestions tab, you can describe the Dax measure you want to generate. For example, if you want to calculate the total sales, simply type "total sales" and hit the generate button. The artificial intelligence will provide you with suggestions based on your description. You can then choose the most appropriate suggestion and add it to your model.

📌 Limitations and Issues

It is important to note that the Natural Language Dax Generator is a preview feature and Microsoft has labeled it as experimental. There may be some limitations, snags, and issues with this feature. It is recommended to validate the generated Dax measures as the suggestions may not always produce the desired results. Additionally, the user interface may have some glitches and formatting issues.

📌 Who should use the Natural Language Dax Generator?

The Natural Language Dax Generator can be useful for beginners who are not yet familiar with Dax measures. However, it is important to note that this feature is not a replacement for learning Dax. It is still necessary to put in the time, effort, and practice to become proficient in writing Dax measures. Experienced users and Dax experts may find that they prefer using tools like Dax Studio for more complex measures.

📌 Conclusion

In conclusion, the Natural Language Dax Generator is an interesting feature that can help beginners get started with Dax measures. However, it may not be suitable for everyone and experienced users may prefer alternative methods of writing, testing, and debugging Dax measures. It will be interesting to see how this feature evolves over time and whether it becomes a valuable tool in the Power BI ecosystem.

📌Highlights

• The Natural Language Dax Generator is a new feature in Power BI Desktop.
• It allows artificial intelligence to generate Dax measures based on user descriptions.
• Enabling the feature requires adjusting settings in Power BI Desktop and the Power BI service.
• The generated Dax measures should be validated as the suggestions may not always produce the desired results.
• The feature can be useful for beginners but experienced users may prefer alternative methods for writing Dax measures.

FAQ

Q: Is the Natural Language Dax Generator a replacement for learning Dax? A: No, it is not. Microsoft recommends learning Dax to validate the generated measures.

Q: Are there any limitations or issues with the Natural Language Dax Generator? A: Yes, as a preview feature, there may be limitations, snags, and issues. The user interface may also have formatting glitches.

Q: Who should use the Natural Language Dax Generator? A: It can be useful for beginners who are not yet familiar with Dax measures, but experienced users may prefer alternative methods.

Q: How can I access the Natural Language Dax Generator? A: Enable the feature in Power BI Desktop and adjust the tenant settings in the Power BI service.