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How to Build a Light/Dark Mode Theme Switch in Power BI 🌓 (No DAX, With Accessibility in Mind)
Give your users control in Power BI with a Light/Dark Mode switch using just a table, a slicer, and conditional formatting. No DAX needed.
Oct 16, 20253 min read


Drop the Shadow: Rethinking Drop Shadows in Power BI
Drop shadows in Power BI might look stylish, but they often hurt clarity, accessibility, and UX. Here’s why—and the simple design tweaks that work better.
Jul 3, 20252 min read


Power BI Padding Tips: The Sacred Space Between Chaos and Clarity
Now that we’ve all learned to love rounded corners , let’s talk about another quiet champion of good design: padding . You know, that...
Jun 11, 20254 min read


The Aesthetic-Usability Effect in Power BI: Pretty Reports, Ugly Truths
The Aesthetic-Usability Effect is a UX law that says people prefer beautiful designs—even if they work less well. In Power BI, that can mean pretty reports that hide ugly truths. Here’s how to balance looks and usability.
May 14, 20253 min read
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