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databricks Platform · Updated Jul 23, 2026

Dashboard Enhancements

New features and improvements for better dashboard management.

What it does

This release introduces several enhancements to dashboards, including the ability to import Power BI and Tableau reports as AI/BI dashboards using Genie Code, a new image widget for adding visuals, and improvements to multi-select filters that enhance user experience. Additionally, dashboard variable display names now show user-friendly names instead of field names, and Genie Code for dashboard authoring is now generally available, allowing for automated dashboard creation and refinement.

Why it matters

These enhancements streamline the dashboard creation process, improve user engagement through better interactivity, and facilitate the integration of existing BI tools, ultimately leading to increased productivity and more insightful data visualizations. Organizations can leverage these features to create more effective dashboards that meet diverse business needs.

Key capabilities
Import BI Files
Users can now import Power BI and Tableau reports as dashboards using Genie Code.
Image Widget
A dedicated image widget can now be added to dashboards for enhanced visual appeal.
Multi-Select Filter Improvements
Multi-select filters now stay open between selections and allow users to select all matching values at once.
Genie Code for Dashboard Authoring
Genie Code for dashboard authoring is now generally available, automating the dashboard creation process.
Prerequisites
Partner-powered AI features must be enabled for both the account and workspace.
The workspace must be in a supported region for Genie Code.
Recommended use cases
Creating dashboards from existing Power BI and Tableau reports.Adding visual elements like logos and images to enhance dashboard aesthetics.Improving user interaction with multi-select filters for data exploration.Automating the dashboard creation process using Genie Code.
Architecture
Data Sources → Genie Code → Dashboard Authoring → Visualization Layer
Get started
1
Enable Partner Features
Ensure partner-powered AI features are enabled in your workspace.
2
Check Region Support
Verify that your workspace is in a supported region for Genie Code.
3
Access Genie Code
Open the Genie Code side panel in your dashboard.
4
Use Image Widget
Add an image widget to your dashboard using Genie Code.
5
Utilize Multi-Select Filters
Implement the improved multi-select filters for better data selection.
Key takeaway
The latest dashboard enhancements improve usability and integration with existing BI tools, enabling more effective data visualization.
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