Question

How can I enable Smart Narrative features in Power BI?
I want to enhance my Power BI reports by adding automated summaries that describe key insights from visuals. I’ve heard about the Smart Narrative feature but am unsure how to activate it. What are the steps to enable Smart Narratives in Power BI Desktop, and are there any prerequisites or settings I need to check before using it?

Answer 1

To activate the Smart Narrative feature inside Power BI Desktop, accomplish the following:

• Open the Power BI report and navigate to the report page that is of interest for the Smart Narrative addition.
• Insert free text layout and Smart narrative selection inside the Insert tab located on the Ribbon.
• This will open up the Smart Narrative text-box option for Power BI, which extracts and summarizes key insights from the selected visual(s) or the overall report page.

Prerequisites and Notes:

• Smart Narrative is only available for Windows Power BI (not for mobile).
• Please ensure your report visuals consist of aggregation or summary, as the Smart Narrative relies mainly on these metrics for its insights.
• The feature works well with cards, bar charts, and line graphs.
• No other special setup is required; however, the latest version of Power BI Desktop to select the capability is advisable.