


The basic difference between Power Pivot and Excel is that you can create a more sophisticated data model by working on it in the Power Pivot window. Read about Get data using the Power Pivot add-in Import data from different sources, such as large corporate databases, public data feeds, spreadsheets, and text files on your computer.įilter data and rename columns and tables while importing. Tables can be on any worksheet in the workbook. Tables are organized into individual tabbed pages in the Power Pivot window.Ĭan edit values in individual cells in a table. In Diagram view or the Create Relationships dialog box. Read about Create a relationship between two tables. Write advanced formulas with the Data Analysis Expressions ( DAX) expression language.ĭefine Hierarchies to use everywhere in a workbook, including Power View.Ĭreate KPIs to use in PivotTables and Power View reports.Ĭreate Perspectives to limit the number of columns and tables your workbook consumers see.Ĭlick the PivotTable button in the Power Pivot window.

Make enhancements such as identifying default fields, images, and unique values. Read about enhancing a model for Power View. VBA is not supported in the Power Pivot window. Use DAX in calculated columns and calculated fields.
