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VanNostrand
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Power Query Documentation: Change Source Files

Hi guys,

I'm trying to look for some documentation/articles addressing the changes in source files and the fact the if the structure of the files is exactly the same, Power Query will automatically apply the same previous data transformations to the new files.

But I can't seem to find anything to confirm... by any chance someone could point me to a good direction?

 

Many thanks!

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Anonymous
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Hi @VanNostrand ,

 

Check if these help.
Using Variables for File Locations

Parameters give you the flexibility to dynamically change the output of your queries depending on their value, and can be used for:

  • Changing the argument values for particular transforms and data source functions.
  • Inputs in custom functions.

Change the Source of Power BI Datasets Dynamically Using Power Query Parameters

Parameters

 

Best Regards,
Gao

Community Support Team

 

If there is any post helps, then please consider Accept it as the solution  to help the other members find it more quickly. If I misunderstand your needs or you still have problems on it, please feel free to let us know. Thanks a lot!

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Anonymous
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Hi @VanNostrand ,

 

Check if these help.
Using Variables for File Locations

Parameters give you the flexibility to dynamically change the output of your queries depending on their value, and can be used for:

  • Changing the argument values for particular transforms and data source functions.
  • Inputs in custom functions.

Change the Source of Power BI Datasets Dynamically Using Power Query Parameters

Parameters

 

Best Regards,
Gao

Community Support Team

 

If there is any post helps, then please consider Accept it as the solution  to help the other members find it more quickly. If I misunderstand your needs or you still have problems on it, please feel free to let us know. Thanks a lot!

How to get your questions answered quickly --  How to provide sample data in the Power BI Forum

Thanks!

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