Hide and show matrix based on the slicer selections

[Srvs2705]

I have list of measures and dimension and im showing them in the 2 slicers. I have a matrix in which im showing all the list of dimensions and measures so whenever i make selection from the dimension and measure slicer the matrix should act dynamically based on selection but ntg nthing is selected a text should appear on the  matrix like "select atleast a measure and a dimension for analysis".When im doing this using a matrix and transparent card the headers are appearing on the card.Help me to sort out this.

[burakkaragoz · Accepted solution]

Hi @Srvs2705 ,

The headers showing through your transparent card is a classic Power BI annoyance. Here's what actually works:

Easiest fix - put the message inside the matrix: Instead of fighting with overlaying cards, just make your matrix show the message when nothing's selected:

Matrix Display = 
IF(
    HASONEVALUE(MeasureSlicer[Measure]) && HASONEVALUE(DimensionSlicer[Dimension]),
    [YourActualMeasure],
    "Please select both a Dimension and a Metric"
)

Use this as your matrix value - no overlay needed.

If you want the fancy show/hide approach:

• Create a shape (not card) to cover the matrix
• Set shape fill to match your background
• Add text box on top of the shape with your message
• Use bookmarks to show/hide matrix vs message

Why the card isn't working: Matrix headers have their own formatting layer that bleeds through transparency. Cards are notorious for this.

Quick hack: If you're stuck with the card approach, make the matrix headers the same color as your card background, so they're invisible when the card shows.

The "message inside matrix" approach is honestly the cleanest - one visual, no layering headaches, and it works every time.

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