How to create a theme using my company logos, fonts & colors to use as a template in Power BI

I would like to create a theme or template using my company logos , fonts & colors to use for monthly meetings/presentations in Power BI but I’m just a beginner. Is there a tool that can create this for me or something that can provide me with a step by step guide on how to do it?

As a beginner looking to create a custom theme or template for your company’s Power BI reports, there are several user-friendly tools and approaches you can use. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you get started:

Using a Theme Generator Tool

One of the easiest ways to create a custom theme is by using an online theme generator tool.
Greg Dexler has reviewed all the online Power BI Theme Generators here in case you are interested. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wk7RiotJYAE&list=PLoibEIc7heYNpo5DQIC0sPqfcxaj-vhpG
The PowerBI.tips Theme Generator is an excellent free option that’s particularly beginner-friendly[8][11].

  1. Go to https://themes.powerbi.tips
  2. Use the intuitive interface to set your company colors, fonts, and other design elements.
  3. You can upload your company logo to generate a color palette automatically.
  4. Once you’re satisfied with your theme, you can download it as a JSON file.

Applying Your Custom Theme

After creating your theme:

  1. Open Power BI Desktop
  2. Go to the “View” ribbon
  3. Click on “Themes” dropdown
  4. Select “Browse for themes”
  5. Locate and select your downloaded JSON file

Your custom theme will now be applied to your report[1][13].

Alternative Approach: Customizing Current Theme

If you prefer to work directly in Power BI:

  1. Open Power BI Desktop

  2. Go to the “View” ribbon

  3. Click on “Themes” dropdown

  4. Select “Customize current theme”

  5. In the dialog that appears, you can set:

    • Colors (including your company’s color palette)
    • Fonts (you can specify your company’s preferred font)
    • Visual styles
    • Page backgrounds (you could potentially use a watermarked company logo here)
  6. After customizing, click “Apply and save” to use your theme[1][3].

Tips for Beginners

  • Start with a built-in theme that’s close to what you want, then customize from there[1].
  • Keep your company’s brand guidelines handy for reference.
  • Remember that you can always adjust individual elements after applying a theme.
  • Consider creating a “template” report with your theme applied, common visuals set up, and placeholders for data. You can then use this as a starting point for future reports[17].

By using these tools and approaches, you should be able to create a professional-looking, branded theme for your Power BI reports, even as a beginner. As you become more comfortable with Power BI, you can explore more advanced customization options to further refine your company’s theme.

Citations:
[1] https://radacad.com/power-bi-theme-customize-colors-fonts-and-visual-appearance-for-multiple-objects
[2] https://www.reddit.com/r/PowerBI/comments/1425edc/the_best_powerbi_theme_generator_is_here/
[3] https://www.numerro.io/guides/power-bi-themes
[4] https://www.bibb.pro/post/power-bi-json-report-theme-generator-by-bibb
[5] https://www.powerui.com/blog/power-bi-theme-generators
[6] https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/power-bi/create-reports/desktop-report-themes?WT.mc_id=DP-MVP-5004288
[7] https://endjin.com/blog/2022/01/generating-custom-themes-in-power-bi-a-designers-perspective
[8] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YSddF2PWOD4
[9] https://curbal.com/curbal-learning-portal/deep-dive-on-how-to-create-power-bi-themes-with-a-json-file
[10] https://community.fabric.microsoft.com/t5/Power-BI-Community-Blog/Power-BI-Theme-Generators/ba-p/2265899
[11] https://themes.powerbi.tips
[12] https://powerbi.tips/2023/02/28/powerbi-tips-theme-generator-the-ultimate-tool-for-creating-complex-themes/
[13] https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/power-bi/create-reports/desktop-report-themes?WT.mc_id=DP-MVP-5004288
[14] https://www.matthewdevaney.com/create-a-power-apps-custom-theme-colors-fonts-icons-controls/
[15] https://learn.microsoft.com/vi-vn/power-bi/create-reports/service-dashboard-themes
[16] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=brlEigadwWM
[17] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6TLNIFVNmj8
[18] https://endjin.com/blog/2022/01/generating-custom-themes-in-power-bi-a-designers-perspective
[19] https://onlineitguru.com/blogger/how-to-create-and-save-power-bi-templates
[20] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tX0AOy18JDA
[21] https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/mastering-power-bi-create-your-own-report-themes-tomáš-kutáč-tsjbe