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].
- Go to https://themes.powerbi.tips
- Use the intuitive interface to set your company colors, fonts, and other design elements.
- You can upload your company logo to generate a color palette automatically.
- Once you’re satisfied with your theme, you can download it as a JSON file.
Applying Your Custom Theme
After creating your theme:
- Open Power BI Desktop
- Go to the “View” ribbon
- Click on “Themes” dropdown
- Select “Browse for themes”
- 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:
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Open Power BI Desktop
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Go to the “View” ribbon
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Click on “Themes” dropdown
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Select “Customize current theme”
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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)
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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