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What Is the List of DAX Functions in Power BI?<\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\n

Power BI’s DAX functions are grouped into categories \u2014 mathematical, logical, statistical, text, and more \u2014 each built to handle a specific kind of calculation, from summing numbers to returning values based on a condition to manipulating text strings.<\/p>\n

DAX Function Categories<\/b><\/strong><\/h3>\n
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  • <\/b>Mathematical: <\/b><\/strong>SUM(), AVERAGE(), DIVIDE(), ROUND() \u2014 perform numeric calculations and safe division.<\/li>\n
  • <\/b>Logical: <\/b><\/strong>IF(), AND(), OR(), SWITCH() \u2014 return values based on conditions.<\/li>\n
  • <\/b>Statistical: <\/b><\/strong>COUNT(), COUNTROWS(), DISTINCTCOUNT(), MIN(), MAX() \u2014 summarize and count data.<\/li>\n
  • <\/b>Text: <\/b><\/strong>CONCATENATE(), LEFT(), RIGHT(), UPPER(), FORMAT() \u2014 manipulate and format text strings.<\/li>\n
  • <\/b>Operators: <\/b><\/strong>+ – * \/, =, <>, >, <, &&, || \u2014 arithmetic, comparison, and logical operators used inside expressions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Finding a Downloadable DAX Function List<\/b><\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Microsoft’s official DAX function reference is the most reliable source for a complete, current list, since it updates alongside each Power BI Desktop release \u2014 a static downloadable PDF tends to go out of date within a few months.<\/p>\n

    How to Find and Use the Right DAX Function in Power BI<\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\n

    This short walkthrough shows how to locate the right DAX function for a calculation in about 5 steps, using Power BI Desktop’s built-in formula bar autocomplete and function tooltips.<\/p>\n

    Prerequisites<\/b><\/strong><\/h3>\n
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    • Power BI Desktop open with a table loaded<\/li>\n
    • A calculation goal in mind (e.g., a running total, a text combination)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Steps<\/b><\/strong><\/h3>\n
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      • <\/b> Open the formula bar: <\/b><\/strong>Start a New Measure or New Column and begin typing an equals sign.<\/li>\n
      • <\/b> Start typing the operation you want: <\/b><\/strong>e.g. type “count” to see every function starting with that word.<\/li>\n
      • <\/b> Read the autocomplete suggestions: <\/b><\/strong>Each suggestion shows a short description and its category.<\/li>\n
      • <\/b> Check the argument tooltip: <\/b><\/strong>After selecting a function and typing (, Power BI shows the expected argument types and order.<\/li>\n
      • <\/b> Pick the closest match and test: <\/b><\/strong>Complete the formula, confirm it, and check the result against what you expected.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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