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SWITCH

posted on August 17, 2017

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Syntax

SWITCH(<expression>, <value>, <result>[, <value>, <result>]…[, <else>])

Tutorial with example

Learn how to use the function SWITCH in DAX/ Powerpivot.
Switch is the equivalent of IF but it has easier syntax and therefore it is easier to read.

DAX Fridays! #15: SWITCH

Links to the mentioned resources

To get the files:
1. Go to Curbal Download Center > Dax Fridays
2. Get File #15

Remarks

All result expressions and the else expression must be of the same data type.

Practical examples:

Change currency with slicers:

#38 Change currency using a slicer - Power BI Tips & Tricks #48
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