Can I write SQL in Power BI?
GeneralClass 12AllAnswered 27 Mar 2026
Answer
Yes, you can write SQL queries in Power BI when connecting to SQL databases. During data import, Power BI allows you to use native SQL queries instead of selecting tables visually. This is useful for pre-filtering data, joining tables at the source, or leveraging database-specific functions. However, Power BI also offers Power Query (M language) as an alternative for data transformation, which works across all data sources, not just SQL databases. Advanced users often combine both approaches for optimal performance.
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