What actions can I run in Microsoft Power BI?

116 actions are available, including "Deploy All Pipelines", "Get a Dataset Query Scale Out Sync Status", and "Get a Dataset Query Scale Out Sync Status in Group", and more. Run them from any trigger in your automation stack — map fields once and they execute automatically.

Do I need to write code to automate this?

No. Most automations are built visually on the canvas by picking triggers, actions, and mapping fields. You can add custom JavaScript with Functions when advanced logic is needed — but it is never required.

Is the integration secure?

Yes. Connections are authenticated per account, credentials are encrypted at rest, and you can enforce approvals and team-level access controls on any automation.

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Watch ImportsTriggers when new imports are created.
Watch Imports in a GroupWatch for import In Group.
Deploy All PipelinesRetrieves matching deploy all Pipelines.
Get a Dataset Query Scale Out Sync StatusRetrieves a Dataset Query Scale Out Sync Status.
Get a Dataset Query Scale Out Sync Status in GroupRetrieves a Dataset Query Scale Out Sync Status In Group.
Get a Dataset Refresh Execution DetailsRetrieves a Dataset Refresh Execution Details.
Get a Dataset Refresh Execution Details in GroupRetrieves a Dataset Refresh Execution Details In Group.
Get Direct Query Refresh ScheduleRetrieves details for the selected direct Query Refresh Schedule.
Get Direct Query Refresh Schedule in GroupRetrieves details for the selected direct Query Refresh Schedule In Group.
Get Pipeline Stage ArtifactsRetrieves details for the selected pipeline Stage Artifacts.
List AppsRetrieves a list of apps.
List CapacitiesRetrieves a list of capacities.
List Capacity RefreshablesRetrieves a list of capacity Refreshables.
List DashboardsRetrieves a list of dashboards.
List DataflowsRetrieves a list of dataflows.
List Dataflow SourcesRetrieves a list of dataflow Sources.
List Dataflow Storage AccountsRetrieves a list of dataflow Storage Accounts.
List Dataflow TransactionsRetrieves a list of dataflow Transactions.
List Dataset GatewaysRetrieves a list of dataset Gateways.
List Dataset Gateways in a GroupRetrieves a list of dataset Gateways In a Group.
List Dataset ParametersRetrieves a list of dataset Parameters.
List Dataset Parameters in a GroupRetrieves a list of dataset Parameters in a Group.
List Dataset Refresh HistoryRetrieves a list of dataset Refresh History.
List Dataset Refresh HistoryRetrieves a list of dataset Refresh History.
List DatasetsRetrieves a list of datasets.
List Datasets in a GroupRetrieves a list of datasets in a Group.
List Dataset TablesRetrieves a list of dataset Tables.
List Dataset Tables in a GroupRetrieves a list of dataset Tables in a Group.
List Dataset UsersRetrieves a list of dataset Users.
List Dataset Users in a GroupRetrieves a list of dataset Users in a Group.
List Gateway DatasourcesRetrieves a list of gateway Datasources.
List Gateway Datasources in GroupRetrieves a list of gateway Datasources In Group.
List GroupsRetrieves a list of groups.
List Group UsersRetrieves a list of group Users.
List ImportsRetrieves a list of imports.
List Imports in GroupRetrieves a list of imports In Group.
List PipelinesRetrieves a list of pipelines.
List ProfilesRetrieves a list of profiles.
List RefreshablesRetrieves a list of refreshables.
List ReportsRetrieves a list of reports.
List TilesRetrieves a list of tiles.
List WorkloadsRetrieves a list of workloads.
List Workspace DashboardsRetrieves a list of workspace Dashboards.
List Workspace Dashboards in GroupsRetrieves a list of workspace Dashboards In Groups.
List Workspace TilesRetrieves a list of workspace Tiles.
List Workspace Tiles in GroupRetrieves a list of workspace Tiles In Group.
Retrieve a DashboardRetrieves a Dashboard.
Retrieve a DatasetRetrieves a Dataset.
Retrieve a Dataset in a GroupRetrieves a Dataset in a Group.
Retrieve a GroupRetrieves a Group.
Retrieve an AppRetrieves an App.
Retrieve an ImportRetrieves an Import.
Retrieve an Import in a GroupRetrieves an Import in a Group.
Retrieve a PipelineRetrieves a Pipeline.
Retrieve a ProfileRetrieves a Profile.
Retrieve a ReportRetrieves a Report.
Retrieve a TileRetrieves a Tile.
Retrieve a WorkloadRetrieves a Workload.
Retrieve a Worksapce TileRetrieves a Worksapce Tile.
Retrieve a Workspace DashboardRetrieves a Workspace Dashboard.
Retrieve a Workspace Dashboard in GroupRetrieves a Workspace Dashboard in Group.
Retrieve a Workspace Tile in GroupRetrieves a Workspace Tile in Group.
Retrieve Refreshable for CapacityRetrieves details for the selected refreshable For Capacity.
Selective DeploysRetrieves matching selective Deploys.
Add a Dataset Row in GroupAdds a new Dataset Row in Group.
Add a Dataset RowsAdds a new Dataset Rows.
Add Group UserAdds a new group User.
Assign a Pipeline WorkspaceAssigns the selected Pipeline Workspace.
Assign Workspace CapacityAssigns the selected workspace Capacity.
Assign Workspace to Data Flow StorageAssigns the selected workspace to Data Flow Storage.
Bind a Dataset to a Gateway in a GroupExecutes “Bind a Dataset to a Gateway in a Group” against the connected service API.
Bind a Dataset to GatewayExecutes “Bind a Dataset to Gateway” against the connected service API.
Cancel a Dataflow TransactionCancels the selected Dataflow Transaction.
Cancel a Dataset RefreshCancels the selected Dataset Refresh.
Cancel a Dataset Refresh in a GroupCancels the selected Dataset Refresh in a Group.
Clone a TileClones the selected Tile.
Clone a Tile in GroupClones the selected Tile in Group.
Create a DashboardCreates a new Dashboard.
Create a Dashboard in GroupCreates a new Dashboard in Group.
Create a GroupCreates a new Group.
Create a PipelineCreates a new Pipeline.
Create a ProfileCreates a new Profile.
Delete a DataflowDeletes the selected Dataflow.
Delete a DatasetDeletes the selected Dataset.
Delete a Dataset in a GroupDeletes the selected Dataset in a Group.
Delete a Dataset RowsDeletes the selected Dataset Rows.
Delete a Dataset Rows in a GroupDeletes the selected Dataset Rows in a Group.
Delete a GroupDeletes the selected Group.
Delete a PipelineDeletes the selected Pipeline.
Delete a ProfileDeletes the selected Profile.
Delete a Workspace DashboardDeletes the selected Workspace Dashboard.
Delete a Workspace Dashboard in GroupDeletes the selected Workspace Dashboard in Group.
Delete Group UserDeletes the selected group User.
Execute Dax QueriesExecutes “Execute Dax Queries” against the connected service API.
Execute Dax Queries in a GroupExecutes “Execute Dax Queries in a Group” against the connected service API.
Execute QueriesExecutes “Execute Queries” against the connected service API.
Execute Queries in a GroupExecutes “Execute Queries in a Group” against the connected service API.
Export a DataflowExecutes “Export a Dataflow” against the connected service API.
Make an API CallPerforms an arbitrary authorized API call.
Post ImportPosts the import.
Post Import in GroupPosts import in Group.
Refresh a DataflowRefreshes the selected Dataflow.
Save Dataflow Gen One as Dataflow Gen TwoExecutes “Save Dataflow Gen One As Dataflow Gen Two” against the connected service API.
Unassign a Pipeline WorkspaceExecutes “Unassign a Pipeline Workspace” against the connected service API.
Update a DataflowUpdates an existing Dataflow.
Update a DatasetUpdates an existing Dataset.
Update a Dataset DatasourcesUpdates an existing Dataset Datasources.
Update a Dataset Datasources in GroupUpdates an existing Dataset Datasources In Group.
Update a Dataset in a GroupUpdates an existing Dataset in a Group.
Update a Dataset ParametersUpdates an existing Dataset Parameters.
Update a Dataset Parameters in GroupUpdates an existing Dataset Parameters In Group.
Update a GroupUpdates an existing Group.
Update a PipelineUpdates an existing Pipeline.
Update a ProfileUpdates an existing Profile.
Update a TableUpdates an existing Table.
Update a Table in a GroupUpdates an existing Table in a Group.
Update Group UserUpdates an existing group User.
Update Refresh ScheduleUpdates an existing refresh Schedule.

When to use Microsoft Power BI

Common scenarios where Microsoft Power BI automation saves time and reduces manual work.

React to "Watch Imports" in Microsoft Power BI in real time: route the event into CRM, chat, ticketing, or any connected service.
Use "Get a Dataset Query Scale Out Sync Status" as an automated action in Microsoft Power BI so records stay consistent whenever something changes elsewhere in your stack.
Include "Deploy All Pipelines" from Microsoft Power BI in larger multi-tool workflows to move data end-to-end without hand-offs.

How to connect

Sign in and approve access — your password is never shared with WEXTL®, and you can revoke access from the provider at any time.

Full API documentation

You’ll be redirected to sign in and approve access — your password is never shared with WEXTL.

Connecting Microsoft Power BI to WEXTL®

Field	Type	Help
Microsoft - TenantRequired	select	Go to `https://entra.microsoft.com` and copy your tennat ID or select any of the following`
Microsoft - Client IDRequired	text	Go to the Microsoft Entra admin center → Entra ID → App registrations and select New registration. → enter a description and expiration → Add, then immediately copy your Client ID
Microsoft - Client SecretRequired	password	Copy you client Secret from the previously created app

Use in workflow automation

Start from Microsoft Power BI’s Watch Imports in a Group trigger and the run begins the moment there’s something new — no cron job to babysit, no one remembering to check.

Add Add a Dataset Row in Group as the next step, then branch, filter or hand off to the rest of your stack. The whole path stays on one canvas your team can read.

This integration brings 118 ready-made steps for analytics work, and every run records what went in and what came back.

Microsoft Power BI workflow on the canvas: Watch Imports in a Group then Add a Dataset Row in Group

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about automating Microsoft Power BI in your workflows.

Microsoft Power BI has 2 triggers, including "Watch Imports" and "Watch Imports in a Group". Use them to start workflows the moment Microsoft Power BI events fire — no polling required.

Field

Type

Help

Microsoft - TenantRequired

select

Go to https://entra.microsoft.com and copy your tennat ID or select any of the following`

Microsoft - Client IDRequired

text

Go to the Microsoft Entra admin center → Entra ID → App registrations and select New registration. → enter a description and expiration → Add, then immediately copy your Client ID

Microsoft - Client SecretRequired

password

Copy you client Secret from the previously created app

Use in workflow automation

Start from Microsoft Power BI’s Watch Imports in a Group trigger and the run begins the moment there’s something new — no cron job to babysit, no one remembering to check.

Add Add a Dataset Row in Group as the next step, then branch, filter or hand off to the rest of your stack. The whole path stays on one canvas your team can read.

This integration brings 118 ready-made steps for analytics work, and every run records what went in and what came back.

Microsoft Power BI Integrations

When to use Microsoft Power BI

How to connect

Use in workflow automation

Frequently asked questions

Microsoft Power BI Integrations

When to use Microsoft Power BI

How to connect

Connect Microsoft Power BI to any app in workflows

Use in workflow automation

Frequently asked questions

Connect Microsoft Power BI to any app in workflows

Connect Microsoft Power BI to any app in workflows

Connect Microsoft Power BI to any app in workflows

Microsoft Power BI Integrations

Microsoft Power BI triggers and actions

When to use Microsoft Power BI

How to connect

Use in workflow automation

Frequently asked questions

What triggers does Microsoft Power BI support?

What actions can I run in Microsoft Power BI?

Do I need to write code to automate this?

Is the integration secure?

Microsoft Power BI Integrations

Microsoft Power BI triggers and actions

When to use Microsoft Power BI

How to connect

Connect Microsoft Power BI to any app in workflows

Use in workflow automation

Frequently asked questions

What triggers does Microsoft Power BI support?

What actions can I run in Microsoft Power BI?

Do I need to write code to automate this?

Is the integration secure?

Connect Microsoft Power BI to any app in workflows

Connect Microsoft Power BI to any app in workflows

Connect Microsoft Power BI to any app in workflows