How to Add a Data Source in Power BI

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In Power BI, adding a data source means connecting to a file, database, service, or online source where your data lives. Here’s how:

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1. Make sure you're on the 'Home' tab when you launch it. Click the 'Get Data' button.
2. Choose your data source.
3. After choosing your source, Power BI will prompt you to add a file. Choose the file and click 'Open'.
4. Select the table you want to import and click 'Load'.
5. Once connected, you can pull the data into Power BI and start building visuals.