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Is it possible to copy a power bi report (pbix file) and change the content without affecting the original rapport?

Say that I already have a PBI report which is posted to the service/workspace. I want to use the same dataset and Query, but build new visualisation to make a different/additional report. Is it possible to make a copy of the pbix file and publish it to the service with a new name without affecting the original PBI report?

Solution

  • Yes, you can save a copy of the report, either by opening the report and click on File -> Save a copy:

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    or by using the ellipsis button in the workspace itself:

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    This will make a copy of the report, but it will use the original dataset (i.e. there will be only 1 dataset and 2 reports).

    You can also create a new report and use the original dataset as a data source.

    And of course, you can download the report, rename it, and publish it again (in which case you will get a copy of the dataset too).