Lesson 120 How to Create KPI Cards in Power BI: Track Metrics That Matter

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KPI (Key Performance Indicator) cards in Power BI are powerful visual tools that help you monitor your business performance at a glance. Whether it's tracking sales, profit margins, or customer churn, KPI cards make it easy to stay informed.

🎯 What Is a KPI Card?

A KPI card is a visualization in Power BI used to show:

• A single key metric (like Total Sales)
• A target value (like Monthly Sales Goal)
• Trends over time (optional)

This makes it ideal for executive dashboards where clarity and focus are critical.

🛠 How to Create a KPI Card in Power BI

Here’s a step-by-step to create one:

1. Prepare Your Data

Ensure your dataset has:

• A metric (e.g., Total Revenue)
• A date column
• A target measure (optional)

2. Create Measures

Use DAX to create meaningful KPIs.

Example:

DAX

Total Sales = SUM(Sales[Amount])

3. Insert the KPI Visual

• Go to Visualizations pane
• Click on the KPI visual
• Add Total Sales to Indicator
• Add Date to Trend Axis
• Add a goal measure to Target Goal (optional)

4. Customize It

• Add conditional formatting
• Change colors, data labels, font sizes
• Use tooltips to show more info

✅ When to Use KPI Cards

Use KPI cards when:

• You want to track performance vs. a goal
• You need a snapshot of a critical metric
• You’re creating executive-level reports

🔍 Best Practices for KPI Cards

• Keep it simple – Show only one metric per card
• Use color wisely – Green for good, red for warning
• Add context – Use trends and tooltips for deeper insights
• Combine with slicers – For region, time, or product filters

💡 Real-Life Use Case

A sales team uses a KPI card to track:

• This month’s revenue
• Compared to a ₹10 lakh target
• With a trend over the last 6 months

In just a glance, managers can decide if they’re on track or need action.

📬 Need Help?

Want custom KPI cards built for your team? Reach out at

support@virvijay.com — we’ll help you bring your numbers to life.

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