Drill through is a feature that lets users open a detailed report page filtered by the value they selected.
Drill through
Drill through is a Power BI feature that lets users open a detailed report page based on the data point they selected.
Quick facts about drill through
Opens detail pages
Drill through sends users from a summary view to a page with more detailed information.
Keeps the selected context
The detail page is filtered by the value the user clicked, such as a customer, product, region or account.
Supports deeper analysis
It helps users move from a high level overview to a more focused view without losing context.
Useful in shared reports
Drill through can make reports easier to explore for customers, partners and internal users.
From summary to detail in one click
Drill through is useful when a report needs both overview and depth. A main report page might show total sales by customer, while a drill through page shows the selected customer’s orders, trends and account details.
Drill through is often used for:
- Customer detail pages
- Product performance pages
- Regional sales breakdowns
- Account or project reporting
This helps keep report pages cleaner. Instead of putting every detail into the main view, report creators can guide users to deeper pages when they need more context.
Detailed reporting without overwhelming the first view
A good report should not force every user to see every detail at once. Drill through helps keep the main page focused, while still giving users a clear path to investigate specific records, customers or categories.
In Power BI, drill through can make shared reports more useful because different users can explore the details that matter to them. Skald BI helps teams share finished Power BI reports through a secure branded portal, so customers, partners and internal users can access interactive reporting views in a controlled experience.
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Frequently asked questions
What is drill through in Power BI?
What is drill through used for?
Drill through is used to move from a summary view to a more detailed page, such as a customer, product, region or account view.
What is an example of drill through?
A user might right click a customer name in a sales report and open a customer detail page filtered to that customer.
Is drill through the same as drill down?
No. Drill down moves through levels in the same visual, such as year to quarter to month. Drill through opens a separate detail page filtered by the selected data.
How does drill through relate to Skald BI?