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XuanHau
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collapse/expand data cell in a column table

Hi,

I have a source table that has a column named "timecol" and this column has a structure type in my source.

Is it possible to create a table in Power BI with a column that can be collapsed or expanded, similar to how it functions in my source?

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Thank you for your help!

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Anonymous
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Hi @XuanHau ,
According to your description, in Power BI, there is no support for implementing collapsible or expandable columns directly in standard table visual objects. But you can try using the Matrix visual object, which enables you to implement hierarchical structures. By default, the Matrix visual object allows the user to expand or collapse the levels of the hierarchy by clicking the plus (+) or minus (-) icon next to the item.
You can check out this document to learn how to create matrix visual objects
Create a matrix visual in Power BI - Power BI | Microsoft Learn

Best regards,
Albert He

If this post helps, then please consider Accept it as the solution to help the other members find it more quickly

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Anonymous
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Hi @XuanHau ,
According to your description, in Power BI, there is no support for implementing collapsible or expandable columns directly in standard table visual objects. But you can try using the Matrix visual object, which enables you to implement hierarchical structures. By default, the Matrix visual object allows the user to expand or collapse the levels of the hierarchy by clicking the plus (+) or minus (-) icon next to the item.
You can check out this document to learn how to create matrix visual objects
Create a matrix visual in Power BI - Power BI | Microsoft Learn

Best regards,
Albert He

If this post helps, then please consider Accept it as the solution to help the other members find it more quickly

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