Power BI Map using current/real-time location

[RedBuiltUser]

I would like to grab the current location of the user logged in and have that passed into Power BI so the map can narrow down to that location such as the zipcode or city/state. I'm not sure if this is possible as I haven't been able to find much information about this. Is it possible and how can I go about doing this?

[v-junyant-msft · Accepted solution]

Hi @RedBuiltUser ,

Real-time location mapping is possible in Power BI. This functionality can be particularly useful for dynamic and interactive reports. Power BI supports location-based report filtering, which can automatically adjust the content of reports based on the geographical location of the user at the time of viewing the report. But as @lbendlin saying, it works when viewed through the Power BI mobile app. 
For more insights on this feature, you might find the following documentation useful: Mobile apps data in real-world context.
Get real-world data with the Power BI mobile apps - Power BI | Microsoft Learn

To achieve real-time location mapping in Power BI, you would typically need to:

1. Ensure Access to Location Data: First, ensure that the device or application capturing the user's location has the necessary permissions and capabilities to share this data with Power BI.

2. Utilize the Power BI Mobile App: The real-time location mapping capabilities are most effectively utilized through the Power BI mobile app, which can leverage the device's location services.

3. Integrate with Real-Time Data Streaming: For a more advanced setup, consider integrating Power BI with real-time data streaming services. This allows you to stream data, including location information, and update dashboards in real-time.

Best Regards,
Dino Tao
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[RedBuiltUser]

Thanks for some more information! Yes, I do want to use this in the mobile app, I was just thinking about where I am building this. I can recreate the post there if need be.

I am going to take a look at the article now, and test some stuff. It seems like I have to use the mobile app to be able to test the geodata function. Or is there a way I can simulate mobile interface on desktop?

Edit: Forget that 2nd part. I am testing now and figuring things out. I am letting Power BI using my GPS, but it's not actually filtering down the map. Is there something I need to add to let it filter the map down?

Edit: I think I figured out the Geo part. You need to set it manually. Is there a way I can have it be default? Also, can I do it by city/state instead of zipcode? Zipcode isn't helpful for what I need.

Edit: I am having issues with City. Geo filtering isn't allowing me to choose city, and if I try to do something like City, Country, map visual will not recongize it at all. I have no idea why this is happening.

[v-junyant-msft]

Hi @RedBuiltUser ,

We have a dedicated Power BI mobile app forum where you may find more professional people to help answer your questions. Please post a new thread in this forum for help, thanks!
Mobile Apps - Microsoft Fabric Community

Best Regards,
Dino Tao
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[lbendlin]

Did you mean to post this in the mobile app section?  Doesn't make terribly much sense in a regular browser.

[RedBuiltUser]

Ah, you are right. I was thinking about where I was building this. Yes, it will be used through the mobile app, but I am building it in the desktop, so I was thinking about how to build it there.