Power BI - Getting Data
Which Power Query M function is specifically designed to retrieve files from a SharePoint folder in Power BI?
Which Power Query M function is specifically designed to retrieve files from a SharePoint folder in Power BI?
easy📝 Formula Fix Q3 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Understand Power Query functions for SharePoint
SharePoint.Files() is the dedicated function to list files in a SharePoint folder.Step 2: Differentiate from similar functions
SharePoint.Contents() returns site contents but not specifically files; Folder.Files() is for local folders.Final Answer:
SharePoint.Files() -> Option AQuick Check:
Use SharePoint.Files() for SharePoint folder files [OK]
Quick Trick: Use SharePoint.Files() to get files from SharePoint folders [OK]
Common Mistakes:
- Using Folder.Files() which works only for local folders
- Confusing SharePoint.Contents() with SharePoint.Files()
- Using Web.Contents() without proper API calls
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