Sep 25, 2025 · This article explains when to use DirectQuery, its limitations, and alternatives such as hybrid tables, Direct Lake, and live connections so you can choose the right mode.

May 6, 2024 · What is DirectQuery in Power BI? DirectQuery is a connectivity mode in Power BI that allows you to extract data directly from database sources like SQL Server and Snowflake. …

Sep 16, 2025 · Power BI DirectQuery is a data connectivity mode that allows you to create reports and dashboards based on data that is stored in its original source without importing it into …

Oct 21, 2025 · DirectQuery is a data connection method in Power BI that creates a live link to your data source instead of importing and storing a copy of the data within your Power BI file itself.

Oct 29, 2025 · DirectQuery lets you connect live to a Power BI dataset or Analysis Services model. You can then add other data sources like SQL Server or Excel to the same report.

Oct 1, 2025 · Learn how to use DirectQuery in Power BI Desktop to connect directly to data sources without importing data, with guidance on benefits, limitations, performance …

Import, DirectQuery, Live Connection… sounds simple enough — but choosing the wrong one can mean the difference between a blazing-fast dashboard and a report that crawls. This …

Apr 1, 2025 · DirectQuery is a powerful feature in Power BI that allows users to query live data sources without the need to import data into the model. This real-time data querying capability …

Oct 21, 2025 · This guide walks you through DirectQuery, the mode that queries your data source live, explaining what it is, when to use it, and how to optimize it for the best possible performance.

Dec 30, 2024 · This article targets data modelers developing Power BI DirectQuery models, developed by using either Power BI Desktop or the Power BI service. It describes DirectQuery …