Fabric Ideas

OldDogNewTricks

Right now if I create a semantic model in import mode then publish it to Fabric, I have to manually change the connection. Ideally, this would not happen, but if it must, then please allow me to reuse an existing connection instead of FORCING me to create a new connection for each semanitc model; that is idiotic. The options below are the only ones available (Default - which doesn't even work, and "Create a connection"). I would propose that we should be able to select an existing connection that already exists in Fabric. This is a very similar experience when creating and publishing a paginated report to Fabric. I am forced to create a connection, I would like to use existing connections. @DataZoeMS @DataZoe

v-ykojima

Regarding the monitoring of the on-premise data gateway, I think it is currently only possible to monitor performance. https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/data-integration/gateway/service-gateway-performance We would like to be able to monitor processes and network connections for items that can monitor on-premise data gateways.

Mathew_Joy

Hi Team, It would make more sense and spares the pain of dragging pages to their position when a user simply attempts page duplicate function. The duplicated page needs to be created right next to the original page and that is a more sensible thing to do. We can also have global settings that allows user to select where a duplicated page needs to be created - whether at the end or right next to the point of duplication.

amandataves

I would like to suggest enhancements to the free Gantt Chart visual in Power BI to better support real-world project tracking and resource planning needs. Currently, the visual lacks some key features that are frequently requested by users: Flexibility to use separate rows for different types of events (e.g., statuses vs. failures), without requiring all data to be merged into a single table. A multi-row view for resource planning, allowing multiple tasks or events to be visualized per resource. The ability to correctly display failure events at their actual dates, rather than at the start of a status. Support for a dedicated Milestones field to represent critical events such as failures or deadlines. Improved performance and rendering when working with large datasets. I’ve noticed that these features are already available in the PowerGantt Chart visual by Nova Silva, which is a paid solution. Are there any plans for Microsoft to acquire or integrate this visual into the native Power BI visuals? Or is there a roadmap to include similar capabilities in the free Gantt Chart visual? Thank you for considering this suggestion!

v-nandagm

For "App Owns Data" with new R/Python environment for embedding with Service Principal should be supported

OldDogNewTricks

I think it would be great to allow us to control the visibilty of items based on formulas. Basically data driven bookmarks. This would allow a new level of functionality. Let's say for example I have a viz that I only want shown if a metric in the report dips below a certain threshold. It would be great to be able to have a formula that evaluates to true/false and control the visibility of items on the page with this formula.

roshinikumarkar

Many users are currently experiencing an issue in Power BI Desktop where imported custom visuals are not being retained after closing and reopening the application. The visuals disappear, requiring users to re-import them each time. In Power BI Service, users can retain access to these visuals only by saving them to the Organization Visuals library. However, this workaround has not yet been prioritized for broader implementation due to limited formal feedback

OldDogNewTricks

I have geography data in a WKT text string format in some of my dimension tables. It would be ideal to use that geography data directly from a semantic model and have them be rendered on a map. For example, we have a concept of a sub-county which we make by melting groups of zip codes to form a single polygon per sub-county. I have the WKT polygon data stored as text in a delta table. I would like to be able to create the model relationships as I normally do, classify the data as a "geography" type (could be polygon, multi-polygon, point, or line) but render the polygons directly from the semantic model instead of or in addition to the reference layers. The older version of Icon Map allowed this functionality and it was very fast as well!

v-ayaka

Previously, Microsoft Fabric introduced a feature that allowed users to restrict the settings for Excel and CSV exports on a per-workspace basis. However, due to a change in behavior, this feature is currently not available. Announcing the Enhanced Tenant Setting Delegation for Export Controls in Microsoft Fabric | Microsoft Fabric Blog | Microsoft Fabric I would like to see the release of a feature that allows users to restrict the settings for Excel and CSV exports on a per-workspace basis again.

v-ehayama

This is a request for those who are not considering using "OneLake File Explorer". I understand that for files stored in Azure Blob, users can download files by issuing a URL with a SAS (Shared Access Signature) and embedding it as a link in a Power BI report. I would like to be able to implement the above download method with OneLake Shared Access Signature as well.

LC-CE

Power BI’s Azure Maps visual not rendering reference layers when using URLs that include a SAS (Shared Access Signature) token even if the blob is publicly accessible. Can support be added for URL’s that include SAS tokens.

Miguel_Myers · ‎10-07-2024

The current card visual forces users to overlap elements or waste copious amounts of time creating custom visuals. The new card feature should give users the ability to create multiple cards in a single container and provide a greater level of customization.

Miguel_Myers · ‎10-07-2024

It would be beneficial to incorporate features from Pivot tables that allow for the expansion and collapse of columns and hierarchical column groups within tabular visuals. This would not only solve the current limitations of matrices but also provide report creators with the flexibility to hide and show rows and columns, saving these settings for future use, thus eliminating the need to scroll through irrelevant data.

midesa

We want the ability for a creator to customize the data agent suggested prompts so that users can select from the applicable prompt suggestions.

Miguel_Myers · ‎10-07-2024

Enabling customized calculations at the query level for subtotals and grand totals would offer greater flexibility in reporting and preserve performance. Efficient organization of control settings to modify the style of these totals separately will empower report creators to achieve their desired appearance, while addressing their need for more control and customization in reporting.

Miguel_Myers · ‎10-07-2024

Imagine a world where report creators can automatically apply slicer and filter selections based on specific logic, revolutionizing data analysis and user experience. This innovative approach eliminates any need for complex workarounds, optimizes slicer functionality, and paves the way for more efficient and effective data reporting.

DavidPROVOST

I'd like to be able to save pbix directly to Google drive / shared drive from PBI desktop, as Our company doesn't have Onedrive / Sharepoint licences. Without such licences, you cannot choose which Sharepoint site you are navigating

psanchezalvial

I'm a Jetbrains user and I would like to use the SQL capabilities to connect Fabric Lakehouses and Warehouses inside their products

Miguel_Myers · ‎10-07-2024

Interpreting visuals without a clear legend to indicate logic behind specific styles can lead to confusion and decision-making errors. An idea to enhance clarity and transparency by ensuring legends and tooltips accurately display colors, patterns, and other visual components influenced by logics, would enable report consumers to easily understand the applied logic and make more effective decisions.

M_Srikanth

Currently, Power BI workspaces are flat, meaning all content (reports, datasets, dashboards) exists at the same level. Admin and Member roles have unrestricted access to all content within the workspace, which poses challenges for environments where: Certain reports are certified or governed and should not be modified. Teams want to collaborate on draft or departmental reports without risking certified content. We propose the ability to create folders within a workspace, each with its own security roles, such as: Read-only folders for certified or published reports (e.g., "Certified Reports"). Editable folders for development and collaborative content (e.g., "Team Reports", "In Progress"). ✅ Benefits: Prevents accidental edits to certified content. Supports content governance within a single workspace. Encourages collaborative development without compromising production reports. Reduces the need to create multiple workspaces for basic segregation. Aligns with patterns seen in other tools like SharePoint and Tableau. 👥 Suggested Features: Ability to create folders inside a workspace. Assign role-based permissions per folder: Admin, Editor, Viewer. Option to mark folders as certified or read-only. Visibility control: some users can only see certain folders.

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Use existing connection for semantic models and paginated reports

monitoring of the on-premise data gateway

A page duplicate needs to be created right next to the page and not at the end of the report

Enhance Free Gantt Chart Visual

For "App Owns Data" with new R/Python envir for embedding with Service Principal should be supported

Control visibility of Power BI item with formula

Unable to store visuals in power bi desktop. After opening new report, visuals disappe

Use geography data directly from semantic model in map

I want to restrict the settings for Excel and CSV exports on a per-workspace basis

OneLake Shared Access Signature

Add support for URL’s that include SAS tokens

Epic idea: New card visual

Epic idea: Hide, show, expand, and collapse tabular columns

Customize Data Agent Suggested Prompts

Epic idea: Custom totals for tabular visuals

Epic idea: Apply filter selections automatically

Store PBIX in Google Shared drive

Onelake Lakehouses and Warehouses as a Data Source for Pycharm/datagrip/dataspell

Epic idea: Conditioanl formatting parameters displayed in legends and tooltips

Folder-Level Security Roles Within Power BI Workspaces

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