Current state of documentation

[BasedPatriot]

The current state of official documentation is frustrating, to say the least. I understand that Power BI is under heavy development and things change quickly. I also understand that the installed version base is probably quite fragmented. That said, there have been quite a few changes to the UI over the recent versions that are not reflected in the documentation. See, for example, Customize visualization titles, backgrounds, and more in Power BI - Power BI | Microsoft Learn which hasn't been updated in almost 2 years. It references UI elements which no longer exist, have changed names, or have been burried under a mountain of categories that have to be expanded to be found. Its frustrating for me, a seasoned user, and I can only imagine how infinitely more frustrating it is for new users. 

[rajendraongole1]

Hi @BasedPatriot - You're absolutely right—the rapid development cycle of Power BI, while beneficial for innovation, does create challenges for keeping documentation up-to-date. Power BI is updated monthly, and the interface, terminology, and features often change quickly. This fast pace can make official documentation feel outdated, even for seasoned users who know where to look and understand the general workflow of the tool.

As you've noted, Power BI's UI changes frequently. Documentation often lags behind these updates, which can be confusing. For example, customization settings for visuals are now split into multiple categories and are buried under expandable sections, which weren't as common in earlier versions. The documentation for customizing visuals, like titles and backgrounds, hasn't fully caught up with these new UI layers.

Power BI documentation - Power BI | Microsoft Learn

Power BI Blog—Updates and News | Microsoft Power BI

Many Power BI experts, including Microsoft MVPs, run blogs that offer up-to-date tips, tutorials, and insights on navigating the latest features. These often fill in gaps that the official documentation misses and provide context on changes, along with workarounds and best practices.

Microsoft Learn and other training resources are sometimes slower to reflect UI updates, but they tend to be more thorough and structured for beginners. While they might still reference old UI elements, the workflows are often still applicable, and these resources can be a good way for newer users to build foundational skills.

Hope this information helps.