Customizing the page background, canvas, wallpaper and filter pane in Power BI helps you create reports that are not only informative but also visually appealing and professional. Proper use of colours, images and transparency improves readability, enhances branding and delivers a better user experience.
- Canvas: The main area where visuals (charts, tables, cards) are placed.
- Wallpaper: The outer area surrounding the canvas, visible when the page width is smaller than the report view.
- Filter Pane: The panel on the right that lets users filter data at the report, page or visual level, improving usability and consistency with the report theme.
Setting Up the Canvas Background
The canvas background defines the primary look and feel of your report page.
Changing the Canvas Background Colour
- Click on an empty area of the report canvas
- Open the Format pane
- Select Canvas background
- Choose a background color from the color picker
Adjusting Transparency
Adjust transparency so the background enhances visuals without overpowering them.
- 0% transparency: Fully visible background color
- 100% transparency: Background becomes invisible
Adding an Image to the Canvas Background
You can add an image for branding or design purposes:
- Go to Canvas background in the Format pane.
- Turn Image on.
- Upload an image.
- Adjust Transparency to keep visuals readable.
Using Wallpaper for Additional Customization
Wallpaper enhances the outer layout of your report.
Changing Wallpaper Color
- Click on an empty area of the report.
- In the Format pane select Wallpaper.
- Choose a background color.
- This color appears outside the canvas area and helps frame the report.
Adding a Wallpaper Image
Similar to the canvas you can:
- Upload an image to the wallpaper
- Adjust transparency
- Use it for extended branding or design consistency
Adjusting Page Size and Width
- Go to Canvas settings then Page size
- Adjust Page width to control wallpaper visibility
Customizing the Filter Pane
The filter pane allows users to interact with report data. Customizing it improves usability and visual consistency.
Changing Filter Pane Background and Border
- Open the Format pane.
- Select Filter pane.
- Set a background color that contrasts with the canvas.
- Enable and customize the Border color and thickness.
Customizing Search Box and Input Fields
- Modify the search box background color
- Adjust font size and input box colors
- Increase spacing for better accessibility
