What are the differences between a pbix file and a pbit file?

pbix file is a Power BI Desktop file that contains all the data, reports, and visualizations that you create in Power BI Desktop. A pbit file is a Power BI template file that contains a pre-built data model and set of reports and visualizations.

Why use a pbix file?

A pbix file is useful when you want to share a complete report with others, including the underlying data. For example, if you have imported data from various sources and created a dashboard with charts and tables, you can save your work as a pbix file and send it to your colleagues or clients. They can open the file in Power BI Desktop and see the same data and visuals as you.

Why use a pbit file?

A pbit file is useful when you want to create a reusable template for a report. For example, if you have created a report that can be applied to different data sources, you can save your work as a pbit file and use it as a starting point for new reports. A pbit file does not contain any data, only the report structure and the data model schema. When you open a pbit file in Power BI Desktop, you will be prompted to connect to a data source and refresh the data.

How to create a pbix file or a pbit file?

You can create a pbix file by clicking File > Save or Save As in Power BI Desktop. You can create a pbit file by clicking File > Export > Power BI Template in Power BI Desktop. You can also convert a pbix file to a pbit file by opening the pbix file and exporting it as a template. You can also convert a pbit file to a pbix file by opening the pbit file and saving it as a pbix file.

What are the limitations of a pbix file or a pbit file?

A pbix file can be very large in size, depending on the amount of data that it contains. This can make it difficult to share or store the file. A pbit file is much smaller in size, but it requires a data source connection and a data refresh to work. A pbit file also does not preserve any changes that you make to the data after opening the file, such as applying filters or creating calculated columns.

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