A dimension is a category or attribute used to describe, group or filter data in reports and analytics.
Dimension
A dimension is a category or attribute used to describe, group or filter data in a report.
Quick facts about dimensions
Describes data
A dimension gives context to numeric values, such as which product, region, customer or time period a value belongs to.
Used for grouping
Dimensions help users group data in reports, charts, tables and dashboards.
Supports filtering
Dimensions are often used as filters or slicers so users can narrow a report to a specific category.
Works with measures
Dimensions are commonly used together with measures, where dimensions describe the data and measures provide the numeric values.
How dimensions work
Dimensions help turn raw numbers into meaningful reporting views. A sales value is more useful when users can see which product, customer, region or time period it belongs to. Common examples of dimensions include:
- Product
- Customer
- Region
- Date
These dimensions make it possible to compare performance across categories. Instead of only seeing total sales, users can analyze sales by product, region, month or customer segment.
Why dimensions matter in BI reporting
Dimensions matter because they give structure and context to analysis. They help users move from a single total to a more useful view of how different parts of the business are performing.
In Power BI, dimensions are often used in tables, charts, slicers and filters. Skald BI helps teams share finished Power BI reports through a secure branded portal, so customers, partners and internal users can access the right reporting views in a controlled experience.
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Frequently asked questions
What is an example of a dimension?
Examples of dimensions include product, customer, region, date, department and sales channel.
What is the difference between a dimension and a measure?
A dimension describes the data, while a measure is usually a numeric value such as revenue, cost, quantity or margin.
How are dimensions used in Power BI?
In Power BI, dimensions are used in visuals, slicers, filters and models to group and analyze data by category.
How do dimensions relate to Skald BI?