Power BI - Introduction to Power BI Mobile Tutorial

In this video, you will learn about the Power BI Mobile application.
The video covers how to easily track your data on the go using the Power BI Mobile app.
It explains how to access your workspace and navigate through the different tabs.
You will also learn how to open and add dashboards to your favorites.
The video demonstrates how to focus on specific tiles and use annotation tools to add text, drawings, icons, and erase annotations.
Additionally, it explains how to share annotations as images and interact with data in underlying reports.
This introduction to Power BI Mobile will help you stay connected to your data anytime, anywhere.

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Objectifs :

This document aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the Power BI mobile application, detailing its features, functionalities, and how users can effectively utilize it to track and manage their data on the go.

Chapitres :

Introduction to Power BI Mobile Application
The Power BI suite includes a mobile application that is compatible with phones, tablets, and various operating systems. This application allows users to easily track their data while on the move, providing flexibility and accessibility.
Accessing the Application
To use the Power BI mobile application, log in with the same account information used for the Power BI Service. Upon logging in, users will be greeted with their workspace, which features two tabs for navigation.
Navigating Dashboards
Users can open any dashboard by tapping on it. If you have a Pro license, you can add dashboards to your favorites by clicking on the star icon. Tapping on a tile allows you to view it in an enlarged format.
Tile Interaction Features
At the top of each tile, users will find several interactive options: - A backspace arrow to return to the previous screen. - A menu displaying the tree structure of the data. - An 'Open Report' button to access detailed reports. - An 'Annotate' button to add notes and comments on the tile.
Using the Annotation Tools
When the 'Annotate' button is pressed, various annotation tools appear at the bottom of the screen. Users can: - Add text annotations. - Create free-form drawings. - Insert icons. - Erase all annotations. Pressing a tool a second time reveals additional options, such as color selection for drawings.
Sharing Annotations
After completing annotations, users can share their work by clicking on the 'Share' button located at the top right corner. This feature allows users to share their annotations as images with others.
Interacting with Reports
If a tile's underlying report is opened in the Power BI Service, users can interact with the data directly, enhancing their analytical capabilities.
Returning to the Homepage
Users can easily navigate back to the homepage of the application to access other features and dashboards, ensuring a seamless user experience.

FAQ :

What is Power BI?

Power BI is a business analytics service by Microsoft that enables users to visualize and analyze data with interactive dashboards and reports.

How can I access the Power BI Mobile Application?

You can download the Power BI Mobile Application from your device's app store and log in using your Power BI account credentials.

What features are available in the Power BI Mobile Application?

The Power BI Mobile Application allows you to view dashboards, interact with reports, annotate tiles, and share insights with others.

What is the difference between a Power BI Pro License and a free account?

A Power BI Pro License offers additional features such as sharing reports and dashboards with other users, while a free account has limited capabilities.

How do I annotate a tile in Power BI?

To annotate a tile, click on the Annotate button, select the desired annotation tool, and use it to add text, drawings, or icons to the tile.

Can I share my annotations with others?

Yes, after finishing your annotations, you can click on the Share button to share them as images with other users.

Quelques cas d'usages :

Mobile Data Tracking

Professionals can use the Power BI Mobile Application to track key performance indicators while on the go, ensuring they have access to critical data anytime, anywhere.

Collaborative Reporting

Teams can utilize the annotation feature in Power BI to collaboratively discuss data insights by adding comments and drawings directly on the dashboard tiles, enhancing communication and understanding.

Real-Time Data Analysis

Sales teams can leverage the Power BI Mobile Application to access real-time sales data and dashboards during client meetings, allowing for informed decision-making and immediate insights.

Performance Monitoring

Managers can use Power BI to create dashboards that monitor team performance metrics, enabling them to quickly identify areas for improvement and take action.

Data Presentation

Business analysts can prepare and share annotated reports with stakeholders, using the Share feature to distribute insights and visualizations effectively.

Glossaire :

Power BI

A business analytics service by Microsoft that provides interactive visualizations and business intelligence capabilities with a simple interface for end users to create their own reports and dashboards.

Power BI Mobile Application

A mobile version of Power BI that allows users to access and interact with their Power BI reports and dashboards on smartphones and tablets.

Pro License

A subscription plan for Power BI that provides additional features and capabilities, such as sharing reports and dashboards with other users.

Dashboard

A single-page, interactive view of your data that can include various visualizations and metrics, allowing users to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) at a glance.

Tile

An individual visualization or metric displayed on a Power BI dashboard, which can be clicked to view more detailed information.

Annotate

The process of adding notes, drawings, or other markings to a Power BI tile to highlight or explain specific data points.

Share

The action of distributing your Power BI reports or annotations to other users, allowing them to view or collaborate on the information.

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also includes a Power BI Mobile application,

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which is available on phones, tablets and all system environments

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and will also allow you to easily track your data

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such as when you are on the go.

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When you use the Power BI application,

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begin by connecting to your account by using the account information

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you used in the Power BI Service.

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The first screen that will be displayed will include the Favorite section

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if you have added dashboards to your favorites.

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Otherwise, your workspace will be displayed with two tabs;

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Dashboards and Reports.

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You can open any dashboard by pressing on it.

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You can then add it to your favorites by clicking on the star

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and you can share it if you have a Pro license.

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You can press on a tile to focus on it in an enlarged view.

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At the top of the tile, you will find a backspace arrow,

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a menu that shows the tree structure of the tile and facilities navigation,

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an Open Report button to access the originating report

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and finally, the Annotate button

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to annotate all the information found on the tile.

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When you press on Annotate, several annotation tools will

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be offered at the bottom of the screen.

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You can add text,

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make free form drawings,

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insert icons

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and erase all annotations.

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If you press a second time on the same tool,

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other options will be displayed, such as color.

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When you have finished your annotations, click on Share

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at the top right to share them with other people as images.

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If you have opened a tiles underlying report,

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it will open the same way as in Power BI Service

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and will also make it possible to interact with data.

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Finally, if you go back to the homepage of your application,

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you will find the same menu with the same elements

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as in the Power BI Service.

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