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Hi,
I have to get data from REST API for my reports. I am not sure about the connection mode in REST API connection in Power BI whether it is Import or Direct.
Also do i need to set refresh after publishing my report?
Thanks
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@jitpbi , as far as I know, it is import
refer
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/power-bi/connect-data/power-bi-data-sources
hi @jitpbi
It is Import model, It just likes get data from web.
Regards,
Lin
hi @jitpbi
It is Import model, It just likes get data from web.
Regards,
Lin
@jitpbi , as far as I know, it is import
refer
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/power-bi/connect-data/power-bi-data-sources
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