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df123445
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Helper II

tools to find out which fields are used in visuals/measures

I have to review and optimize a fairly complex dashboard, are there some (functioning!) tools or tricks that could help me understand

if a specific field is actually used in a visual or in a measure of if I could get rid of it?

 

TIA

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Semaj06Fr
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Hi,

 

Use Bravo SQLBI

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ribisht17
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Super User

hi   @df123445 

Tools:

  1. Power BI Helper: This tool can analyze your Power BI reports and identify unused columns and measures. It's a great way to clean up your data model

  2. DAX Studio: This tool allows you to analyze and debug DAX queries. It has a feature to identify unused columns and measure


    Regards,

    Ritesh

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Brunner_BI
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check out Measure Killer, it is the best tool for the job.

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ribisht17
Super User
Super User

hi   @df123445 

Tools:

  1. Power BI Helper: This tool can analyze your Power BI reports and identify unused columns and measures. It's a great way to clean up your data model

  2. DAX Studio: This tool allows you to analyze and debug DAX queries. It has a feature to identify unused columns and measure


    Regards,

    Ritesh

Semaj06Fr
Frequent Visitor

Hi,

 

Use Bravo SQLBI

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