The app caches critical dashboards so you can review KPIs even when losing connectivity in remote areas or airplanes. How to Create Mobile-Optimized Reports

Right-click the downloaded PBIDesktopSetup_x64.msi file. Select 7-Zip > Open archive .

For on-the-go access, Microsoft provides dedicated Power BI mobile apps for iOS (iPhone and iPad) and Android devices. These apps transform your smartphone or tablet into a powerful BI portal, offering:

Navigate to the installation directory (usually C:\Program Files\Microsoft Power BI Desktop\ ).

No — Report Builder also requires installation, but it's a smaller download. No official portable version exists.

: As of 2026, the PBIR format is the standard for report storage, designed to be more portable for developer collaboration and source control.

Microsoft does not offer an official "portable" version of Power BI Desktop (an .exe or folder that runs without installation). However, you can achieve "portable" report access and creation through several official and community-tested methods. 1. The Power BI Mobile App (Portable Viewing)