Microsoft has released the April 2026 update for Power BI, introducing a fresh wave of enhancements across AI, reporting, and data modeling. The update continues to build on the platform’s rapid evolution in 2026, with a strong focus on improving how users interact with data and generate insights.

Here’s a quick look at what’s new:

Copilot & AI
Copilot in Power BI Mobile just got smarter. You can now chat with your reports directly from your phone or tablet—ask about KPIs, uncover what’s driving your numbers, and even generate AI-powered visuals on the go.
Reporting
Custom themes are now easier to manage with the new base theme switcher. Access it via the View ribbon → Themes, and seamlessly toggle between modern defaults or revert to previous base themes while updating your custom designs.
Modeling
Direct Lake now supports calculated columns and tables—delivering faster insights directly from OneLake without the need for time-consuming refreshes on large datasets.
Visualisation
The Date Picker by Powerviz introduces a more flexible and modern slicer experience, with presets, pop-up mode, smart labels, and rich formatting options to keep your reports both functional and on-brand.

View the full list of Power BI April 2026 updates!

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