Report Import Wizard
Upload an existing Power BI Desktop (.pbix) report file. LivChart first analyzes its data model, DAX measures, calculated columns and visuals and shows how much it can cover. Once you approve, tables become refreshable datasets and report pages become draft dashboards.
What this feature delivers
When moving to a new BI tool, rebuilding existing reports from scratch takes the most time. The import wizard speeds up that start: it reads the file, lists what is supported and what needs adapting, and verifies the imported data with row counts. The result is not a one-to-one copy but a reviewable starting point built on LivChart's own data and chart structure.
Coverage report before import
Analysis only reads the file. Coverage for data, calculations, visuals and interactions, with the reasons for anything unsupported, is shown before anything is added.
Verified data and calculations
Tables become refreshable ETLs and their row counts are compared with the model in the file. Calculated columns translated to LivDSL are checked row by row against the original values.
Draft dashboards from visuals
Report pages become a draft dashboard with metric-based charts, KPI cards, pivot tables and filters. It can be undone in one step: everything the import created is removed together.
Use case
These steps show the need this feature solves for a real team and how it moves analysis closer to action.
Upload the file
An administrator uploads a .pbix file with imported data to the wizard and starts the analysis.
Review the report
Coverage, plus the visuals, measures and columns that import directly or need adapting, are listed.
Import and publish
Pick a target subject; data, a joined model table and a draft dashboard are created and published after review.
Transparent, reversible import
The wizard does not hide what it cannot import; it shows a status and reason for every visual and measure. Import is available to administrators only, the dashboard it creates stays a draft until published, and the installation can be removed in one step.
Microsoft and Power BI are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. LivChart is not affiliated with, sponsored or endorsed by Microsoft. The Power BI name is used only to identify the supported file format. Import is intended for report files you have the right to use.
Is every report imported completely?
No. Some DAX measures such as time intelligence, custom visuals and live-connected (DirectQuery) models are not supported or need adapting. The coverage report lists them clearly before import.
Can data be read from the source database?
Yes, when a table comes from SQL Server, PostgreSQL or MySQL and LivChart has a matching connection. For Excel, CSV or data embedded in the file, the copy in the file is used.
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