Created by: Paul Pitcher
Creation Date: Aug 16, 2025
Updated Date: Oct 14, 2025

Explicit Measures

(also called)
are user-defined calculations created using DAX. explicit measures provide more control and customization than Implicit Measures. Explicit measures are more suited for achieving more sophisticated requirements in a semantic data model. Users have complete control over the calculation logic and formula when they create Explicit Measures. They define the measure's behavior and can create complex calculations tailored to their specific requirements. Users can reuse explicit measures in multiple visuals, dashboards, or reports, promoting consistency and efficiency.

Editable: Explicit measures provide a greater degree of customization. You can use all kinds of DAX formulas to customize what you want.
Performance: Explicit measures, performance can be optimized through the use of efficient DAX formulas. Users have control over how calculations are performed, allowing them to optimize for performance.

Explicit vs Implicit Measures in Power BI - Comparison, Differences