Power BI Masterclass - How to Get the Latest Refresh Time in Our Power BI Report

This video tutorial demonstrates how to retrieve and display the latest data refresh timestamp in Power BI reports. It covers the use of M code to extract the timestamp, implementing it in Power BI's advanced editor, and visualizing the data using multi-role cards. The tutorial also explains how to refresh the dataset to update the timestamp, ensuring report consumers are informed of the latest data updates.

Why is it important to know the latest refresh timestamp in Power BI reports?

• To ensure data accuracy and timeliness

• To reduce the file size of the report

• To track the number of users viewing the report

• To improve the visual appeal of the report

What is the first step in implementing the M code for the refresh timestamp in Power BI?

• Open the Power Query Editor

• Create a new Power BI report

• Copy the M code from the resource section

• Download the Power BI desktop application

In Power BI, where do you paste the M code to create a table with the last refresh details?

• In the Power BI dashboard

• In the Power Query Editor's advanced editor

• In the Power BI service

• In the Power BI data model

Which visualization tool is used to display the refresh timestamp details in Power BI?

• Bar chart

• Multi-row card

• Line graph

• Pie chart

What happens to the refresh timestamp when the data in Power BI is updated?

• It shows an error message

• It disappears from the report

• It changes to reflect the new refresh time

• It remains the same