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How to export Power BI data to Excel while maintaining a Live Connection for updates?
Hi everyone, I need to export my Power BI Matrix data into Excel, but I don't want a static .csv or .xlsx file. My goal is to have an Excel file that is linked to the Power BI semantic model, s...
You should use Analyze in Excel:
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/power-bi/collaborate-share/service-analyze-in-excel
RicardoTraNa
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Responsive ResidentHey! For what you’re trying to do, the simplest and most natural option is Analyze in Excel.
It basically creates a live connection between Excel and your Power BI dataset, so instead of exporting a file, you’re working directly on top of the model. That means you can just hit Refresh All in Excel and get the latest data every time (no re-export needed).
Power Automate is more for sending static files on a schedule, and the Excel Add-in is nice but still not as straightforward for this use case.
So yeah, I’d go with Analyze in Excel!!
Hope that helps!