Functions | Dax

: Computed at data refresh and stored in the model; best for filtering or grouping.

: Calculated on the fly based on report filters; more CPU-efficient and generally recommended for most analytical needs. Key Function Categories DAX Functions

DAX functions are categorized based on the problems they solve: Learn DAX basics in Power BI Desktop : Computed at data refresh and stored in

is a specialized formula language used in Microsoft Power BI , Power Pivot, and Analysis Services to perform custom calculations. While it shares a similar syntax with Excel, DAX is uniquely designed to handle relational data and complex context transitions. Essential Core Concepts DAX Functions